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Ebola Outbreak in Congo and Uganda

Updated 2026-05-15 20:00 UTC 1 source Negative

An Ebola outbreak with an uncommon strain has erupted in Congo and Uganda, resulting in 65 deaths. The World Health Organization (WHO) learned of potential cases on May 5th.

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Ebola outbreak with uncommon strain erupts in Congo and Uganda; 65 deaths

WHO learned of potential cases May 5; US CDC said it just heard about it yesterday.

2026-05-15 18:51 UTC