Ebola Virus seen through microscope

WHO Disease Outbreak News-Ebola Disease caused by Bundibugyo Virus-Democratic Republic of the Congo

The Bundibugyo virus outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo continues to expand, with 6,757 confirmed cases and 3,267 deaths reported across 61 health zones as of September 7, 2026. Ongoing transmission, high mortality, and challenging humanitarian conditions continue to complicate response efforts and increase the risk of further regional spread.

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