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IAH is one of three airports where certain passengers will receive Ebola health screenings, CBP says

Bush Intercontinental Airport will be one of three U.S. entry points for passengers from countries affected by an Ebola outbreak.

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May 22 • 11:37 PM EDT • Health • abc13.com
Health Alert: Worldwide Caution – Updated Public Health Arrival Restrictions and Enhanced Ebola Screening – May 22, 2026 - U.S. Embassy & Consulate in Thailand

Health Alert: Worldwide Caution – Updated Public Health Arrival Restrictions and Enhanced Ebola Screening – May 22, 2026 Event: U.S.-bound American citizens and lawful permanent residents (LPRs) who have been present in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Uganda, or South Sudan within 21 days of arrival in the United States must only enter through the following airports for enhanced screening: Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) for flights after 11:59 PM on May 21, 2026 Hartfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) for flights after 11:59 PM on May 22, 2026 George Bush Intercontinental Airport, (IAH), Houston, for flights departing after 11:59 PM on May 26, 2026 The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Department of Homeland Security’s (DHS) Customs and Border Protection (CBP) will apply enhanced public health screening at IAD in response to the Ebola outbreak. This requirement applies to all passengers, including U.S. citizens and LPRs, who were present in those countries. Please be prepared for flight changes or cancellations. Actions to take: Read the Modification of List of Designated Airports Regarding Arrival Restrictions Review the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) information on what travelers need to know about returning to the United States from DRC, Uganda, and South Sudan. Read the Department of Homeland Security Alert on Enhanced Ebola Screening. Review Consular Information for Americans Regarding the Ebola Outbreak. If you are planning to travel to the United States, contact your airline to confirm your flight and route. You may also contact the State Department – Consular Affairs: Phone: +1-888-407-4747 or +1-202-501-4444 Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive safety and security updates. If you are a registered user, you can manage your subscriptions by clicking the link below. Guest subscribers cannot manage subscriptions but can create a Login.gov account to manage future subscriptions. Manage Your Subscriptions

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May 22 • 9:09 PM EDT • Health • th.usembassy.gov
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U.S. bans green-card holders from returning from Ebola-stricken countries

Health officials cite public health and "resource constraints" as they expand travel restrictions.

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May 22 • 7:29 PM EDT • Health • washingtonpost.com
World Health Organization raises Ebola risk in Congo to ‘very high’

GENEVA >>The head of the World Health Organization warned today that Ebola infections in the Democratic Republic of Congo are escalating rapidly and now pose a “very high” risk to the Central African country.

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May 22 • 7:00 PM EDT • Health • staradvertiser.com
Ebola outbreak now third largest recorded and "spreading rapidly"

Ebola outbreak risk level increased as deaths reach 177 with nearly 750 cases.

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May 22 • 6:24 PM EDT • Health • arstechnica.com
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WHO: ‘Violence and insecurity’ hampering response to ‘worrisome’ Ebola outbreak

World Health Organization (WHO) Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus on Friday warned that “violence and insecurity” have hampered the response to the Ebola outbreak in Congo, wh…

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May 22 • 4:42 PM EDT • Health • thehill.com
Experimental mRNA vaccine may protect against multiple Ebola viruses

Tests with rodents suggest an mRNA vaccine in development offers protection against three strains of Ebola virus, including the one behind the current crisis

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May 22 • 12:00 PM EDT • Health • newscientist.com
WHO declares Ebola outbreak a public health emergency of international concern

The World Health Organization has declared the Ebola outbreak in Congo and Uganda a public health emergency of international concern.

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May 22 • 11:52 AM EDT • Health • northernnewsnow.com
Ebola outbreak live updates: WHO upgrades risk to 'very high' and warns virus 'spreading rapidly'

Meanwhile, an American doctor who was flown to Germany for treatment after contracting the virus in the Democratic Republic of Congo is "critically ill," his missionary group says.

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May 22 • 11:41 AM EDT • Health • yahoo.com
WHO chief says Ebola outbreak in Congo is 'spreading rapidly' and upgrades risk assessment

The head of the World Health Organization said Friday that the Ebola outbreak in Congo is “spreading rapidly” and now poses a “very high” risk at the national level.

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May 22 • 10:46 AM EDT • Health • pbs.org
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Global Health Watch: Ebola exposes gaps; WHA79 debates future of WHO; continued dismantling of US health leadership

The hantavirus outbreak and now emerging Ebola crisis are exposing major gaps in pandemic preparedness and global health cooperation; the future of the World Health Organization (WHO), multilateralism and the HIV response is being debated at this week’s World Health Assembly (WHA); while the US government continues to deconstruct its public health leadership. Emerging Ebola […]

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May 22 • 9:23 AM EDT • Health • avac.org
Containing the Ebola Outbreak in Central Africa | Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health

A rare virus with a high fatality rate has infected hundreds and killed at least 80 people. International and local health entities will have to work one case at a time to stop it.

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May 22 • 8:00 AM EDT • Health • publichealth.jhu.edu
Ebola treatment center in Congo set on fire as fear and anger over disease's spread grow

People set fire to an Ebola treatment center in a town at the heart of the outbreak in eastern Congo as fear and anger grow over a health crisis that doctors are struggling to contain.

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May 22 • 7:43 AM EDT • Health • cbsnews.com
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Trump, Inequality Threaten Global Health Efforts

U.S. dysfunction is undercutting attempts at equality.

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May 22 • 6:00 AM EDT • Health • foreignpolicy.com
Health Alert: Worldwide Caution – Public Health Arrival Restrictions and Enhanced Ebola Screening – May 21, 2026 - U.S. Embassy & Consulate in Thailand

Health Alert: Worldwide Caution – Public Health Arrival Restrictions and Enhanced Ebola Screening – May 21, 2026 Event: As of May 21, 2026, all U.S.-bound American citizens and lawful permanent residents (LPRs) who have been present in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Uganda, or South Sudan within 21 days of arrival in the United States must only enter through Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) for enhanced screening. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Department of Homeland Security’s (DHS) Customs and Border Protection (CBP) will apply enhanced public health screening at IAD in response to the Ebola outbreak. The Dulles requirement applies to all passengers, including U.S. citizens and LPRs, who were present in those countries. Please be prepared for flight changes or cancellations. Actions to take: Read the Department of Homeland Security Alert on Enhanced Ebola Screening. Review Consular Information for Americans Regarding the Ebola Outbreak. If you are planning to travel to the United States, contact your airline to confirm your flight and route. You may also contact the State Department – Consular Affairs: Phone: +1-888-407-4747 or +1-202-501-4444 Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive safety and security updates.

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May 22 • 4:44 AM EDT • Health • th.usembassy.gov
Trump Officials’ Strict Stand on Ebola Leaves Health Experts ‘Stunned’

Public health experts say the administration’s quarantine orders go beyond what is needed to prevent the U.S. spread of Ebola and hantavirus.

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May 21 • 7:55 PM EDT • Health • nytimes.com
Health Alert – Worldwide Caution - U.S. Embassy in Argentina

Health Alert – Worldwide Caution Health Alert – Worldwide Caution Health Alert May 21, 2026 Public Health Arrival Restrictions and Enhanced Ebola Screening Event: As of May 21, 2026, all U.S.-bound American citizens and lawful permanent residents (LPRs) who have been present in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Uganda, or South Sudan within 21 days of arrival in the United States must only enter through Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) for enhanced screening. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Department of Homeland Security’s (DHS) Customs and Border Protection (CBP) will apply enhanced public health screening at IAD in response to the Ebola outbreak. The Dulles requirement applies to all passengers, including U.S. citizens and LPRs, who were present in those countries. Please be prepared for flight changes or cancellations. Actions to take: Read the Department of Homeland Security Alert on Enhanced Ebola Screening(opens in a new tab). Review Consular Information for Americans Regarding the Ebola Outbreak. If you are planning to travel to the United States, contact your airline to confirm your flight and route. You may also contact the State Department – Consular Affairs: Phone: +1-888-407-4747 or +1-202-501-4444 Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive safety and security updates. For updates on the situation, click here.

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May 21 • 3:08 PM EDT • Health • ar.usembassy.gov
Enhanced Ebola Airport Screening Begins at Washington-Dulles International Airport

Suspended entrance to US for foreign nationals who were in the DRC, Uganda, or South Sudan

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May 21 • 1:32 PM EDT • Health • cdc.gov
US-bound flights with passengers who were in Ebola-affected region must land at Dulles airport for health screening

US-bound flights carrying passengers who were recently in an Ebola-affected region of Africa must land at Dulles International Airport in Virginia, where they will undergo health screening.

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May 21 • 10:28 AM EDT • Health • cnn.com
Health Alert: Worldwide Caution – Public Health Arrival Restrictions and Enhanced Ebola Screening – May 21, 2026 - U.S. Embassy in the Dominican Republic

Health Alert: Worldwide Caution – Public Health Arrival Restrictions and Enhanced Ebola Screening – May 21, 2026 Health Alert: Worldwide Caution – Public Health Arrival Restrictions and Enhanced Ebola Screening – May 21, 2026 Event: As of May 21, 2026, all U.S.-bound American citizens and lawful permanent residents (LPRs) who have been present in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Uganda, or South Sudan within 21 days of arrival in the United States must only enter through Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) for enhanced screening. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Department of Homeland Security’s (DHS) Customs and Border Protection (CBP) will apply enhanced public health screening at IAD in response to the Ebola outbreak. The Dulles requirement applies to all passengers, including U.S. citizens and LPRs, who were present in those countries. Please be prepared for flight changes or cancellations. Actions to take: Read the Department of Homeland Security Alert on Enhanced Ebola Screening. Review Consular Information for Americans Regarding the Ebola Outbreak. If you are planning to travel to the United States, contact your airline to confirm your flight and route. You may also contact the State Department – Consular Affairs: Phone: +1-888-407-4747 or +1-202-501-4444 Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive safety and security updates.

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May 21 • 10:08 AM EDT • Health • do.usembassy.gov
Health Alert: Worldwide Caution – Public Health Arrival Restrictions and Enhanced Ebola Screening – May 21, 2026 - U.S. Embassy In Nicaragua

Health Alert: Worldwide Caution – Public Health Arrival Restrictions and Enhanced Ebola Screening Event: As of May 21, 2026, all U.S.-bound American citizens and lawful permanent residents (LPRs) who have been present in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Uganda, or South Sudan within 21 days of arrival in the United States must only enter through Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) for enhanced screening. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Department of Homeland Security’s (DHS) Customs and Border Protection (CBP) will apply enhanced public health screening at IAD in response to the Ebola outbreak. The Dulles requirement applies to all passengers, including U.S. citizens and LPRs, who were present in those countries. Please be prepared for flight changes or cancellations. Actions to take: Read the Department of Homeland Security Alert on Enhanced Ebola Screening. Review Consular Information for Americans Regarding the Ebola Outbreak. If you are planning to travel to the United States, contact your airline to confirm your flight and route. You may also contact the State Department – Consular Affairs: Phone: +1-888-407-4747 or +1-202-501-4444 Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive safety and security updates.

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May 21 • 10:08 AM EDT • Health • ni.usembassy.gov
Health Alert: Worldwide Caution – Public Health Arrival Restrictions and Enhanced Ebola Screening – May 21, 2026 - U.S. Embassy & Consulates in Brazil

Health Alert: Worldwide Caution – Public Health Arrival Restrictions and Enhanced Ebola Screening – May 21, 2026 Event: As of May 21, 2026, all U.S.-bound American citizens and lawful permanent residents (LPRs) who have been present in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Uganda, or South Sudan within 21 days of arrival in the United States must only enter through Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) for enhanced screening. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Department of Homeland Security’s (DHS) Customs and Border Protection (CBP) will apply enhanced public health screening at IAD in response to the Ebola outbreak. The Dulles requirement applies to all passengers, including U.S. citizens and LPRs, who were present in those countries. Please be prepared for flight changes or cancellations. Actions to take: Read the Department of Homeland Security Alert on Enhanced Ebola Screening. Review Consular Information for Americans Regarding the Ebola Outbreak. If you are planning to travel to the United States, contact your airline to confirm your flight and route. You may also contact the State Department – Consular Affairs: +1-888-407-4747 or +1-202-501-4444 Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive safety and security updates.

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May 21 • 8:19 AM EDT • Health • br.usembassy.gov
US is ‘simply choosing not to stop’ Ebola outbreak after massive public health cuts, experts say

Hundreds of cases reported in the DRC after USAID has been dismantled and key scientific research canceled

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May 21 • 6:00 AM EDT • Health • theguardian.com
Ebola outbreak raises alarms about Trump's global health moves

Public health experts fear the administration's actions have weakened critical health networks.

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May 21 • 5:30 AM EDT • Health • axios.com
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Ebola case sparks stricter health checks in Goma

Residents entering the eastern Congolese city of Goma from government-controlled areas were subjected to tighter health checks on Wednesday (May 20) as authorities sought to contain the spread of Ebola after one confirmed case was detected in the city, which remains under M23 occupation. Blanch Ancla has more.

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May 21 • 4:54 AM EDT • Health • reuters.com
I saw Ebola as both doctor and patient. I wish people cared more about the Africans I worked alongside

“As another Ebola outbreak unfolds, we cannot repeat the mistakes of the past,” writes Krutika Kuppalli.

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May 20 • 1:02 PM EDT • Health • statnews.com
Ebola Crisis Sparks Debate Over Global Health Double Standards

To some Africans, the claim that the continent’s largest health agency had already bungled its response scratched a familiar wound.

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May 20 • 12:31 PM EDT • Health • nytimes.com
Ebola outbreak is a regional public health emergency
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May 20 • 11:54 AM EDT • Health • cnn.com
What to know about Ebola and how it spreads, as the outbreak widens

The outbreak has been linked to nearly 600 suspected cases and 139 deaths in the Democratic Republic of Congo. This specific virus has no available vaccines or treatments.

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May 20 • 10:32 AM EDT • Health • washingtonpost.com
There's a leadership vacuum at NIH, too

USAID cuts have painful outcomes for the Ebola outbreak, states sue over a new professional ed loan rule, and other health news

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May 20 • 7:54 AM EDT • Health • statnews.com
Q & A with Dr. Wohl: How global health changes could impact Ebola response

UNC infectious disease expert David Wohl says the Ebola outbreak in the DRC highlights growing gaps in global disease surveillance, response coordination and public health preparedness.

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May 20 • 4:29 AM EDT • Health • northcarolinahealthnews.org
WHO chief concerned over 'scale and speed' of Ebola outbreak

The World Health Organization top official has expressed concern over the rapid spread of a rare type of Ebola in Congo. Authorities have reported at least 134 suspected deaths and over 500 cases.

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May 20 • 1:36 AM EDT • Health • npr.org
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Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo prompts public health emergency and U.S. border restrictions

An Ebola outbreak in the DRC has been declared an emergency. Up to 50% of people who get Ebola die. How does it spread? Who should worry?

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May 19 • 3:57 PM EDT • Health • uchealth.org
Rubio criticizes WHO’s Ebola response as US continues sweeping public health cuts

US secretary of state says WHO was ‘a little late’ in identifying deadly Ebola outbreak in the DRC and Uganda

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May 19 • 2:44 PM EDT • Health • theguardian.com
Ebola Disease Outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda

Advisory to clinicians, public health practitioners, and travelers about a new outbreak of Ebola.

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May 19 • 2:41 PM EDT • Health • cdc.gov
The latest on Ebola: A travel ban and an old vaccine

Affordable Care Act changes, drinking while pregnant, and more health news from Morning Rounds

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May 19 • 7:39 AM EDT • Health • statnews.com
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W.H.O. Chief Is ‘Deeply Concerned’ By Speed and Scale of Ebola Outbreak As Cases Rise

The warning came shortly after Congo officials reported more than 130 suspected deaths and 513 cases, a sharp rise since the outbreak was first reported over the weekend.

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May 19 • 5:03 AM EDT • Health • nytimes.com
WHO chief concerned at speed and scale of Ebola outbreak as cases rise

The head of the World ​Health Organization on ‌Tuesday expressed concern at the speed and scale ​of the Ebola outbreak, ​as number of cases ⁠rises.

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May 19 • 3:58 AM EDT • Health • reuters.com
International health experts meet in search for Ebola Bundibugyo vaccine options

A panel of experts led by the World Health Organization will ​meet on Tuesday to discuss if there ‌are any vaccine options to help tackle a major Ebola outbreak in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo.

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May 19 • 3:43 AM EDT • Health • reuters.com
What we know about the 2026 Ebola outbreak as first American tests positive

The type of Ebolavirus causing the outbreak in DRC, called Bundibugyo, is less common than other types of Ebola. There are no vaccines or drugs available to treat it.

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May 18 • 5:16 PM EDT • Health • nbcnews.com
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Ebola and hantavirus have African leaders talking 'health sovereignty' as donor support fades

A new Ebola outbreak in Congo and Uganda is highlighting Africa's struggle with reduced international aid.

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May 18 • 4:20 PM EDT • Health • pbs.org
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This Ebola outbreak raises questions about when it all began -- and the U.S. response

The sheer number of cases and deaths are a sign that the outbreak might have been smoldering before the virus was identified.

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May 18 • 4:10 PM EDT • Health • npr.org
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Ebola outbreak prompts U.S. to screen travelers at airports, other ports of entry

The U.S. is relying on a special public health authority to bar non-U.S. passport holders who have been to Uganda, Congo or South Sudan from entering the country.

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May 18 • 12:19 PM EDT • Health • washingtonpost.com
WHO declares public health emergency for Ebola

The World Health Organization yesterday declared a public health emergency of international concern due to an Ebola outbreak. The WHO said that as of May 16, there have been eight confirmed cases, 246 suspected cases and 80 suspected deaths from an outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Two cases have also been confirmed in Uganda.

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May 18 • 10:54 AM EDT • Health • aha.org
Photos from Congo and Uganda as WHO declare health emergency over Ebola

The World Health Organization declared the Ebola disease outbreak a public health emergency of international concern, after more than 300 suspected cases. This is a photo gallery curated by AP

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May 18 • 9:41 AM EDT • Health • idahostatejournal.com
Texas is opening up a detransition clinic

Americans exposed to Ebola outbreak, Bill Cassidy's primary defeat, and more health news from Morning Rounds

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May 18 • 7:43 AM EDT • Health • statnews.com
Health workers race to respond to Congo's fast-spreading Ebola outbreak

Medical personnel were rushing on Monday to the frontlines of a ​new Ebola outbreak in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo whose late detection and quick spread have alarmed health experts.

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May 18 • 7:23 AM EDT • Health • reuters.com
Trump’s Approval Rating Hits New Low, and Ebola Outbreak Declared a Global Health Emergency

Plus, inside the closed-door talks over Greenland.

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May 18 • 6:00 AM EDT • Health • nytimes.com
Congo health minister announces 3 Ebola treatment centers in Ituri amid ongoing outbreak
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May 18 • 4:44 AM EDT • Health • 10tv.com
What to Know About the Latest Ebola Outbreak

The World Health Organization declared a global health emergency after about 80 people died from the virus in the Democratic Republic of Congo.

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May 17 • 8:50 PM EDT • Health • nytimes.com
At least 6 Americans in Congo were exposed to Ebola virus, sources say
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May 17 • 8:40 PM EDT • Health • cbsnews.com
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IRC to World Health Assembly: Close the Global Health Equity Gap — for the World’s Benefit

As the world faces the largest Ebola outbreak in more than a decade in a region with chronic violence and instability, and as infectious diseases such as the hantavirus command global attention, the International Rescue Committee is urging delegates gathering for the 79th World Health Assembly (WHA79) to make sustained investments into fragile and conflict-affected states.

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May 17 • 8:00 PM EDT • Health • rescue.org
What to know about the Ebola outbreak now declared a global health emergency

ABUJA, Nigeria (AP) — The World Health Organization declared Sunday the Ebola disease outbreak in Congo and Uganda a public health emergency of international concern. Africa’s top public health body first confirmed a new Ebola outbreak in Congo’s Ituri province on Friday. By Saturday, it had reported 336 suspected cases and 88 deaths. All the cases are in Congo, except for two recorded in neighboring Uganda. Health authorities say the current outbreak is caused by

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May 17 • 5:30 PM EDT • Health • pbs.org
Ebola outbreak in Africa spurs global health emergency declaration

With hundreds of suspected cases and dozens of deaths already reported, the World Health Organization (WHO) is sounding the alarm about an Ebola disease outbreak by declaring a global health emergency.

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May 17 • 4:38 PM EDT • Health • livenowfox.com
What is Ebola and why is WHO treating outbreak as global health emergency?

Strain of fatal disease has no vaccine and conflict in DRC makes containing spread difficult as Uganda reports cases

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May 17 • 1:37 PM EDT • Health • theguardian.com
WHO Declares DRC Ebola Outbreak Public Health Emergency, Warning It May Be 'Much Larger' Than Reported

The outbreak of Ebola in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) may be “a much larger outbreak than what is currently being detected and reported, with

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May 17 • 12:29 PM EDT • Health • healthpolicy-watch.news
Ebola outbreak in Central Africa declared a ‘Public Health Emergency of International Concern’

The World Health Organization (WHO) has declared the ongoing Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and Uganda a Public Health Emergency of International Concern, citing rising cases, cross-border spread and significant uncertainties about the scale of the epidemic.

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May 17 • 11:05 AM EDT • Health • news.un.org
WHO declares global health emergency over Ebola outbreak in Congo and Uganda

The WHO said the outbreak does not meet the criteria of a pandemic emergency like COVID-19, and advised against the closure of international borders.

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May 17 • 10:36 AM EDT • Health • abc7.com
WHO declares global health emergency over Ebola outbreak in Congo and Uganda

The WHO said the outbreak does not meet the criteria of a pandemic emergency like COVID-19, and advised against the closure of international borders.

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May 17 • 10:36 AM EDT • Health • abc7ny.com
WHO Declares Global Health Emergency After Ebola Outbreak in Congo

The agency is concerned the epidemic—which has killed about 80 people—could be larger than currently known.

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May 17 • 9:39 AM EDT • Health • wsj.com
WHO declares Ebola outbreak in Congo and Uganda a global health emergency

More than 300 suspected cases and 88 deaths have been reported. The outbreak is caused by the rare Bundibugyo virus, which has no approved treatments or vaccines.

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May 17 • 8:58 AM EDT • Health • pbs.org
WHO declares Ebola outbreak in DRC a global health emergency
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May 17 • 8:47 AM EDT • Health • aljazeera.com
What we know about the latest Ebola outbreak after WHO declares global health emergency

The World Health Organization on Sunday declared an Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda a “public health emergency of international concern.”

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May 17 • 8:38 AM EDT • Health • cnn.com
WHO Declares Ebola Outbreak A Public Health Emergency Of International Concern

WHO declared the Bundibugyo Ebola outbreak a PHEIC just 48 hours after confirmation, the fastest such designation in history. What drove the decision.

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May 17 • 5:54 AM EDT • Health • forbes.com
WHO declares global health emergency over Ebola outbreak in DR Congo
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May 17 • 5:23 AM EDT • Health • france24.com
WHO declares global health emergency over rare variant of Ebola outbreak in Africa

WHO Director-General declared the Ebola disease outbreak in Congo and Uganda a public health emergency of international concern.

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May 17 • 4:59 AM EDT • Health • nbcbayarea.com
WHO declares global health emergency over Ebola outbreak

The Ebola outbreak has killed a suspected 80 people in the Democratic Republic of Congo.

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May 17 • 4:44 AM EDT • Health • politico.eu
World Health Organization declares Ebola outbreak in Congo a global health emergency

Health officials are working to contain a new Ebola outbreak in the DRC of a virus strain with no known vaccine.

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May 17 • 3:34 AM EDT • Health • npr.org
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WHO declares Ebola outbreak an international public health emergency

The WHO said an Ebola outbreak first seen in the Democratic Republic of the Congo was an international public health emergency, underscoring the world's concerns.

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May 17 • 3:17 AM EDT • Health • statnews.com
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WHO declares Ebola outbreak in DR Congo, Uganda a global health emergency

DR Congo accounts for all except two of the suspected cases, both of which were reported in neighbouring Uganda.

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May 17 • 2:55 AM EDT • Health • aljazeera.com
WHO declares Ebola outbreak in Central Africa a public health emergency after 80 suspected deaths

The WHO declared the Ebola outbreak in the DRC and Uganda an international public health emergency after dozens of suspected deaths were reported.

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May 17 • 2:44 AM EDT • Health • foxnews.com
W.H.O. Declares Ebola Outbreak a Global Health Emergency

Just a day after the outbreak was announced, cases were confirmed in the capitals of Uganda and the Democratic Republic of Congo. There is no approved vaccine for the strain.

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May 17 • 1:48 AM EDT • Health • nytimes.com
WHO declares global health emergency over Ebola outbreak in Congo and Uganda

The World Health Organization said the outbreak does not meet the criteria of a pandemic emergency, and advised against the closure of international borders.

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May 17 • 1:05 AM EDT • Health • nbcnews.com
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WHO declares global health emergency over Ebola outbreak in Congo and Uganda

WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus has declared the Ebola disease outbreak in Congo and Uganda a public health emergency of international concern after more than 300 suspected cases and 88 deaths. In a post on X on Sunday, the World Health Organization said the outbreak of the diseas...

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May 17 • 12:48 AM EDT • Health • wral.com
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WHO declares global health emergency over Ebola outbreak in Congo and Uganda

Officials first announced the spread of the disease in Congo on Friday.

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May 17 • 12:47 AM EDT • Health • 12onyourside.com
WHO declares global health emergency over Ebola outbreak in Congo and Uganda

Officials first announced the spread of the disease in Congo on Friday.

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May 17 • 12:47 AM EDT • Health • kkco11news.com
WHO declares global health emergency over Ebola outbreaks in Congo and Uganda

WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus has declared the Ebola disease outbreaks in Congo and Uganda a public health emergency of international concern after more than 300 suspected cases and 88 deaths.

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May 17 • 12:42 AM EDT • Health • newsday.com
WHO declares global health emergency over Ebola outbreaks in Congo and Uganda

WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus has declared the Ebola disease outbreaks in Congo and Uganda a public health emergency of international concern after more than 300 suspected cases and 88 deaths.

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May 17 • 12:38 AM EDT • Health • apnews.com
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WHO declares global health emergency over Ebola outbreak in Congo and Uganda

WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus has declared the Ebola disease outbreak in Congo and Uganda a public health emergency of international concern after more than 300 suspected cases and 88 deaths.

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May 17 • 12:38 AM EDT • Health • wsls.com
WHO declares global health emergency over Ebola outbreak in Congo and Uganda

WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus has declared the Ebola disease outbreak in Congo and Uganda a public health emergency of international concern after more than 300 suspected cases and 88 deaths.

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May 17 • 12:38 AM EDT • Health • ksat.com
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WHO declares global health emergency over Ebola outbreaks in Congo, Uganda with over 300 suspected cases and 88 deaths
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May 17 • 12:36 AM EDT • Health • kare11.com
Congo Ebola outbreak declared a public health emergency of 'international concern'

The World Health Organization said countries sharing borders with Congo are at high risk for further spread.

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May 17 • 12:15 AM EDT • Health • khou.com
Congo Ebola outbreak declared a public health emergency of 'international concern'
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May 17 • 12:15 AM EDT • Health • 9news.com
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Congo Ebola outbreak declared a public health emergency of 'international concern'
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May 17 • 12:15 AM EDT • Health • 10tv.com
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Congo Ebola outbreak declared a public health emergency of 'international concern'
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May 17 • 12:15 AM EDT • Health • kare11.com
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WHO declares international emergency over Ebola outbreak

The World Health Organization said the Ebola outbreak could be much larger than what is currently being detected and reported. It warned of health risks to other countries.

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May 17 • 12:06 AM EDT • Health • dw.com
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WHO declares Ebola outbreak in DR Congo global health emergency

The agency added that the outbreak, with around 246 cases and 80 deaths, does not meet the criteria of pandemic emergency.

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May 16 • 10:55 PM EDT • Health • bbc.com
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WHO declares Ebola outbreak in Congo and Uganda ‘emergency’ of international concern

At least 80 deaths reported in Congo’s Ituri province while Uganda reports spread from travellers from the DRC

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May 16 • 10:07 PM EDT • Health • theguardian.com
WHO says Ebola in Congo, Uganda is global public health emergency

The World Health Organization said in a statement that the outbreak, however, does not meet the criteria of a pandemic emergency.

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May 16 • 9:55 PM EDT • Health • usatoday.com
WHO Declares Congo-Uganda Ebola Outbreak Global Health Emergency

The World Health Organization declared an Ebola outbreak in Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda a public health emergency of international concern, warning that a rare virus strain with no approved vaccine or treatment may already be spreading more widely than detected.

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May 16 • 9:31 PM EDT • Health • bloomberg.com
WHO declares Ebola outbreak in Congo, Uganda a global public health emergency

The World Health Organisation on Sunday declared an Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda a "public health emergency of international concern".

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May 16 • 9:16 PM EDT • Health • detroitnews.com
A new Ebola outbreak has already killed 87 people in Democratic Republic of Congo

Health officials are working to contain a new Ebola outbreak in the DRC of a virus strain with no known vaccine.

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May 16 • 8:15 PM EDT • Health • opb.org
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WHO declares Ebola outbreak in Congo, Uganda a global health emergency

The World Health ​Organisation on ‌Sunday declared an Ebola ​outbreak ​caused by the ⁠Bundibugyo virus ​in the ​Democratic Republic of Congo and ​Uganda ​a public health emergency ‌of ⁠international concern.

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May 16 • 8:10 PM EDT • Health • reuters.com
WHO declares international health emergency over rare Ebola strain

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May 16 • 8:00 PM EDT • Health • timesofisrael.com
Congolese report constant burials as deaths in new Ebola outbreak reach 80

BUNIA, Congo — At least 80 deaths have been reported in Congo's new Ebola disease outbreak in the eastern Ituri province, authorities said, as health workers raced Saturday to intensify screening an...

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May 16 • 6:53 PM EDT • Health • dailyherald.com
A new Ebola outbreak has already killed 87 people

Health officials are working to contain a new Ebola outbreak in the DRC of a virus strain with no known vaccine.

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May 16 • 2:37 PM EDT • Health • npr.org
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DRC health minister warns ‘very high’ Ebola lethality rate as toll hits 80

Africa CDC concerned that outbreak of Bundibugyo strain could spread rapidly due to intense population movement.

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May 16 • 2:35 PM EDT • Health • aljazeera.com
Frequent burials and at least 80 dead as Congo grapples with Ebola outbreak
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May 16 • 12:13 PM EDT • Health • cbsnews.com
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New York doctor who survived Ebola says he fears for healthcare workers treating the virus
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May 15 • 11:34 PM EDT • Health • cbsnews.com
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How health officials are responding to Congo Ebola outbreak
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May 15 • 6:33 PM EDT • Health • cbsnews.com
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