Congo Ebola death toll tops 1,400 as vaccine trials start
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The Ebola outbreak in DR Congo has grown to 3,200 confirmed infections with a fatality rate of nearly 50%, and the death toll has surpassed 1,400. Scientists have begun testing vaccines specifically targeting the rare Bundibugyo strain. This development is crucial for controlling the outbreak and preventing further spread.
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Confirmed infections reached 3,200.
Confirmed Ebola infections in DR Congo have reached 3,200.
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The fatality rate of the Ebola outbreak is nearly one in two.
Deutsche Welle- Confirmed infections reached 3,200.
- Fatality rate is nearly one in two (approximately 50%).
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Loaded language removedDR Congo's Ebola outbreak has continued to grow, with confirmed infections reaching 3,200 and a fatality rate of nearly one in two. Scientists are working to test the first vaccines against the rare Bundibugyo strain.
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The fatality rate of the Ebola outbreak is nearly one in two.
Deutsche WelleConfirmed Ebola infections in DR Congo have reached 3,200.
Deutsche WelleScientists are testing the first vaccines against the Bundibugyo strain.
Deutsche WelleDR Congo's Ebola outbreak has continued to grow.
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