Why is the Ebola outbreak worsening?

The Ebola outbreak in northeastern Democratic Republic of the Congo has claimed over 2,000 lives and is spreading more rapidly than any previous outbreak, according to the World Health Organization. The escalation of the crisis raises concerns about the effectiveness of current containment efforts. Experts, including representatives from the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies and WHO Africa, are analyzing the driving factors behind this alarming situation.

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