Ebola outbreak in DR Congo: Bundibugyo species with no approved vaccines (bbc.co.uk)

• Nearly 250 suspected cases, 80 deaths in DR Congo
• Bundibugyo species: no approved vaccines or therapeutics
• WHO declares PHEIC; detection delayed by 3 weeks
• Two cases in Uganda; conflict complicates containment

"The Ebola outbreak in DR Congo, caused by the Bundibugyo species, has nearly 250 suspected cases and 80 deaths. WHO declared a Public Health Emergency of International Concern. No approved vaccines or drugs exist for this rare species. Detection was delayed by weeks, complicating containment in a conflict-affected area. Two cases confirmed in Uganda."