ebola

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The Ebola outbreak in Congo is the fastest growing and deadliest ever recorded, raising serious health concerns globally.

Congo is experiencing its largest and deadliest Ebola outbreak to date, with over 4,000 infections and more than 1,800 deaths reported. This outbreak shows an unprecedented rate of spread, prompting significant international concern. News coverage emphasizes the ongoing challenges in controlling the epidemic, the unprecedented speed of transmission compared to previous outbreaks, and the continued absence of a definitive end.