Bundibugyo virus disease outbreak update: 8 confirmed, 246 suspected, 80 deaths in Ituri Province, DRC as of 16 May 2026 (beaconbio.org)

• 8 confirmed, 246 suspected cases, 80 deaths
• Outbreak located in Ituri Province, DRC
• WHO reports ongoing transmission and response

"As of 16 May 2026, WHO reported 8 confirmed cases, 246 suspected cases, and 80 deaths from Bundibugyo virus disease in Ituri Province, Democratic Republic of the Congo. The outbreak shows signs of ongoing transmission with a high number of suspected cases, indicating potential underreporting. Health authorities are scaling up surveillance, contact tracing, and response measures including ring vaccination."