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Ebola Surge in Congo Hits 930 | Philadelphia News
Ebola’s grip tightens in eastern Congo as death toll surges past 930, with 37 new fatalities in just one day—the deadliest single-day spike ever recorded. Over 2,300 confirmed cases now plague the region, where the outbreak, which began in May, is spreading faster than any previous Ebola epidemic. Caused by a rare strain with no approved vaccines or treatments, the virus spreads through bodily fluids and contaminated objects, leaving a trail of devastation. Rebel violence and mistrust have crippled containment efforts, with at least 12 attacks on health workers and facilities—and over 30…
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