Ebola outbreak in DRC and Uganda: 116 deaths, 300 cases, no approved vaccine for Bundibugyo strain (pbs.org)

• At least 116 suspected deaths and over 300 cases in DRC and Uganda.
• WHO declares Public Health Emergency of International Concern.
• No approved vaccine or treatment for Bundibugyo strain.
• U.S. issues entry ban for travelers from affected countries.
• Dr. Craig Spencer warns of insufficient response capacity.

"A rapidly expanding Ebola outbreak of the rare Bundibugyo strain in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda has caused at least 116 suspected deaths and over 300 cases. The WHO declared a Public Health Emergency of International Concern. The CDC confirmed an infected American missionary. No approved vaccines or treatments exist for this strain. Dr. Craig Spencer warns of inadequate PPE and infrastructure in the conflict-affected region."