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WHO boosts preparedness for Ebola-related virus in 3 countries
By Chioma Obinna The World Health Organisation (WHO) has intensified preparedness for Bundibugyo virus disease (BVD) in Djibouti, Somalia and Sudan following outbreaks in the Democratic l of the Congo (DRC) and Uganda,…
FG activates response as Nigeria records fresh Ebola case
The Federal Government has confirmed one imported case of Bundibugyo ebolavirus in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) and has activated public health response measures to prevent further spread. The Coordinating…
UK increases Ebola response funding to £78.7m
The increased support comes as the Ebola outbreak continues to spread across the DRC. As of 6 September, the country had recorded 6,686 confirmed Ebola cases and 3,226 deaths. The post UK increases Ebola response…
Ebola spread in DRC linked to delayed detection, insecurity — Africa CDC
Mr Boum said the outbreak involved Bundibugyo virus, a less commonly detected Ebola species, unlike the Zaire strain, which has been associated with most Ebola outbreaks in the DRC. The post Ebola spread in DRC linked…
Kenya confirms second Ebola case as contact develops symptoms in quarantine
The 39-year-old patient developed symptoms while in quarantine, as Kenyan health authorities continued tracing contacts of the country’s first confirmed Ebola case. The post Kenya confirms second Ebola case as contact…
DR Congo Ebola Outbreak Spreads To 7th Province
Ebola is transmitted through contact with bodily fluids and can cause severe internal and external bleeding and organ failure. The post DR Congo Ebola Outbreak Spreads To 7th Province appeared first on Channels…
Ebola: Dambe warrior who took ring by storm is dead
A popular Dambe traditional martial art champion nicknamed Ebola for his ability to subdue opponents inside the ring, Abdurrazak Abdulmumin, has passed away. Ebola died in Abuja, on Sunday, and was buried in accordance…
Ebola: Nigeria on high alert as cases rise in DRC
The NCDC urged Nigerians to remain vigilant, particularly for symptoms consistent with Ebola, and to seek medical attention promptly where symptoms occur. The post Ebola: Nigeria on high alert as cases rise in DRC…
Ebola deaths hit 4,242, cases rise to 8,787 in DR Congo — WHO
THE World Health Organisation (WHO) says the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo has recorded 8,787 cases and 4,242 confirmed deaths. The post Ebola deaths hit 4,242, cases rise to 8,787 in DR Congo —…
Ebola outbreak: DRC death toll rises to 4,018
The death toll from the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has risen to 4,018, with 8,300 confirmed cases recorded across seven provinces. The post Ebola outbreak: DRC death toll rises to 4,018…
Kenya confirms first Ebola case as patient dies in Nairobi
Kenya has confirmed its first case of Ebola after a Kenyan national who recently returned from the Democratic Republic of Congo tested positive for the virus and died in Nairobi. The post Kenya confirms first Ebola case…
Health Review: Ebola alert, Lassa fever deaths, maternal health push, other developments that shaped September
Beyond Nigeria, concerns over Ebola and declining malaria financing also kept regional health security in focus. The post Health Review: Ebola alert, Lassa fever deaths, maternal health push, other developments that…
BREAKING: There Are ‘Encouraging Signs’ In DR Congo Ebola Fight — WHO
The Ebola epidemic in the Democratic Republic of Congo is still spreading but appears to be showing "encouraging" signs of improvement. The post BREAKING: There Are ‘Encouraging Signs’ In DR Congo Ebola Fight — WHO…
Worst DR Congo Ebola epidemic ever passes 7,000 cases
More than 7,000 Ebola cases have been recorded in the Democratic Republic of Congo's worst outbreak of the deadly disease ever, according to figures from the Congolese authorities. The post Worst DR Congo Ebola epidemic…
DRC Ebola vaccine research gets $3.9 million as deaths surpass 3,500
Research into the spread of the Bundibugyo Ebola virus and the development of vaccines against the strain in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) has received $3.9 million in funding. The post DRC Ebola vaccine…
Africa CDC warns Ebola outbreak not ‘under control’
An Ebola outbreak in DR Congo was far from being "under control", Africa's top health body said Thursday, a day after the WHO said it was gaining ground against the virus. The post Africa CDC warns Ebola outbreak not…
Ebola Virus: 7 things to know about causes, symptoms, prevention
Ebola virus is a dangerous virus that causes Ebola virus disease (EVD), a serious infectious illness that can be fatal. The virus can spread from infected animals to humans and from one infected person to another…
Kwara steps up Ebola, diphtheria surveillance
The Kwara State Government has stepped up efforts to improve the detection and reporting of Ebola and diphtheria cases through training for health workers. Read More:…
US urges citizens to reconsider Kenya travel over Ebola
The United States has raised its travel advisory for Kenya to Level 3, urging citizens to reconsider travel due to an Ebola outbreak that has seen eight ca Read More:…
WHO warns DR Congo needs 5,000 additional health workers to fight Ebola
The World Health organization(WHO) has said that the Democratic Republic of Congo’s Ebola outbreak needs about 5000 trained health workers, international organizations or funding to keep pace with the virus as it…
Ebola outbreak spreads to 61 health zones in DRC — WHO
The affected provinces are Bas-Uélé, Haut-Uélé, Ituri, North Kivu, South Kivu and Tshopo. The post Ebola outbreak spreads to 61 health zones in DRC — WHO appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
DR Congo Ebola Outbreak Still Spreading Fast In Key Province -WHO
The huge African nation's government indicated at the weekend that the outbreak may have peaked in August, but the WHO said that while the national figures were better, there were still Ebola hotspots to battle. The…
US commits additional $267 million to Ebola fight as DRC deaths exceed 3,700
The United States has pledged an additional $267 million to support the fight against the Ebola outbreak in Central Africa, as the death toll from the disease in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has exceeded…
Ebola: NCDC steps up border surveillance over DRC outbreak
The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) has stepped up surveillance at the country’s airports, seaports and land borders... The post Ebola: NCDC steps up border surveillance over DRC outbreak…
US releases additional $267m to combat Ebola outbreak
The United States has announced an additional $267 million in funding to combat the Ebola epidemic in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). Read More:…
NCDC Releases Advisory On Ebola, Says Nigeria On ‘High Alert’
On 20 September 2026, the DRC reported a total of 7,672 confirmed cases, including 3,699 related deaths The post NCDC Releases Advisory On Ebola, Says Nigeria On ‘High Alert’ appeared first on Channels Television.
Ebola: NCDC to screen travellers from affected countries
The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention says travellers from countries with Ebola may be required to complete health declaration forms upon a Read More:…
Ebola: NCDC places Nigeria on ‘high alert’
The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) has issued a public health advisory following the latest update on the ongoing Ebola Virus Disease (EVD) outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo…
Ebola: NCDC places Nigeria on high alert
ABUJA — The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) has placed Nigeria on high alert following an update on the ongoing Ebola Virus Disease (EVD) outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC).…
DRC Ebola outbreak remains active as death toll reaches 3,779 – Africa CDC
He said eight health zones had entered the sustained controlled phase, while six others were in the controlled phase after reporting no cases for specified periods under routine monitoring. The post DRC Ebola outbreak…
Ekiti Steps Up Disease Surveillance To Prevent Ebola, Diphtheria Spread
The Ekiti State Government has stepped up disease surveillance and rapid response mechanisms across the 16 Local Government Areas of the state to prevent the spread of Ebola Virus Disease (EVD) and diphtheria. The…
Ebola outbreak expands to 63 health zones in DR Congo
The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has expanded to 63 health zones, with 7,890 confirmed cases and 3,799 deaths reported by the WHO. Read More:…
N10bn Ebola fund: What has it paid for ?
In June, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu approved N10 billion in emergency intervention funding to strengthen Nigeria’s Ebola preparedness, alongside a separate N21.2 million per-state disbursement under the State Outbreak…
Ekiti steps up surveillance against Ebola, diphtheria, sensitises residents on prevention
The Ekiti State Government is intensifying disease surveillance and rapid response mechanisms to prevent the outbreak of Ebola and Diphtheria in the state. Read More:…
DR Congo ruling party official beaten to death after Ebola radio programme
A senior official of the Democratic Republic of the Congo’s ruling party was beaten to death on Sunday after appearing on a radio programme to raise awareness about the Ebola outbreak, according to a party…
Ebola confirmed in Abuja, 44 under surveillance
The Federal Government has confirmed one case of Ebola disease in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja, and commenced contact
BREAKING: FG confirms Ebola case in FCT, identifies 44 contacts
The Federal Government has confirmed one case of Ebola in the FCT, Abuja, involving a woman who arrived from Uganda, and has identified 44 close contacts. Read More:…
Ebola: FG identifies 44 contacts, seeks passengers’ cooperation
The Federal Government has confirmed an Ebola case in Abuja and identified 44 contacts of a patient who recently arrived from Uganda on an international fl Read More:…
Evening recap: FG confirms Ebola case in FCT, Afenifere leader Fasoranti dies at 100, other top stories
Read the evening news recap, including the FG’s confirmation of an Ebola case in the FCT, the death of Afenifere leader Reuben Fasoranti, and more. Read More:…
Africa CDC seeks urgent global support after Nigeria confirms first Ebola case
The Africa CDC has called for urgent global support to contain the Ebola outbreak after Nigeria confirmed its first case in the Federal Capital Territory. Read More:…