Ebola treatment centre rebuilt after being torched by protesters in DRC
An Ebola treatment centre in eastern DR Congo is being rebuilt after it was set on fire by protesters. Health officials are concerned that misinformation is causing families to conceal sick relatives. The Congolese government has reported over 1,000 suspected cases and at least 220 deaths since the outbreak began.
- ▪The Ebola treatment centre was torched by protesters earlier this month.
- ▪Health officials warn that misinformation is leading families to hide sick relatives.
- ▪The Congolese government has confirmed over 1,000 suspected cases and at least 220 deaths since the outbreak was declared.
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Toggle PlayEbola treatment centre rebuilt after being torched by protesters in DR CongoNewsFeedEbola treatment centre rebuilt after being torched by protesters in DRCWorkers in eastern DR Congo are rebuilding an Ebola treatment centre that was burned by protesters earlier this month, as health officials warn misinformation is driving families to hide sick relatives. The Congolese government confirmed over 1,000 suspected cases and at least 220 deaths since the outbreak was declared.Published On 29 May 202629 May 2026SaveClick here to share on social mediashare-nodesSharefacebookxwhatsapp-strokecopylinkgoogleAdd Al Jazeera on Googleinfo
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