Ebola outbreak in Congo spreads; Uganda confirms cases; Kenya protests over US quarantine center; US re-engages with Gavi; Rubio considering naming official; vaccine candidates fast-tracked
Key Questions
What is the latest on confirmed Ebola cases in Congo?
Confirmed cases have reached 344 according to Congolese authorities. WHO reports that suspected cases have dropped to 116 after hundreds were ruled out, though officials note they are still behind despite improved testing.
Has Ebola spread to neighboring countries like Uganda?
Uganda has confirmed 6 new Ebola cases amid the Congo outbreak. Congo has also re-opened an airport at the center of the outbreak to manage the situation.
What developments are occurring with US involvement in the Ebola response?
Kenya protests over a proposed US Ebola quarantine center turned deadly with two killed. The US plans to re-engage with the Gavi vaccine alliance, consider naming an Ebola response official, and fast-track vaccine candidates for the rare strain.
Confirmed Ebola cases in Congo reach 344. Uganda confirms 6 new cases. WHO says suspected cases drop to 116 after hundreds ruled out. Kenya protests over US Ebola quarantine center turn deadly; two killed. Health officials oppose US plan to treat Ebola-exposed Americans overseas. Congo re-opens airport at centre of outbreak. US to re-engage with Gavi vaccine alliance amid outbreak. Rubio says US is considering naming official to run Ebola response. New: Ebola vaccine candidates fast-tracked to target rare strain.