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The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has become the deadliest in the country's history, with over 5,300 deaths and 11,042 confirmed cases. Authorities face challenges in controlling the virus due to violence and a struggling healthcare system. The outbreak, declared in May, has spread rapidly, particularly in Ituri and North Kivu provinces. Medical teams struggle with patient identification and transportation due to poor infrastructure and armed conflicts. Misinformation has led to public distrust, hindering testing and safe burial practices. The outbreak is caused by the Bundibugyo virus, with no approved vaccine or specific antiviral treatment yet available. The WHO is supporting clinical trials for experimental vaccines, while emphasizing the importance of existing measures for controlling the outbreak.