Congo Ebola Death Toll Tops 1,400 as Vaccine Trials Start

The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has escalated dramatically, with the death toll surpassing 1,400 and confirmed cases reaching 3,200. The virus is described as 'spreading like a wildfire,' particularly affecting crowded camps. Vaccine trials have begun in an effort to contain the outbreak. The situation is compounded by health workers going on strike, which hampers response efforts. Multiple news outlets, including DW.com, Al Jazeera, AP News, The New York Times, and Reuters, report on the worsening crisis, highlighting the urgent need for containment and treatment measures.

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