Virusul Ebola ar putea suferi mutații. Autoritățile africane iau o decizie fără precedent după explozia numărului de cazuri

The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo is worsening, with concerns about potential virus mutations. Officially announced in May, the outbreak has already surpassed 4,000 cases and 1,801 deaths. The Africa CDC is initiating studies to determine if the unusual severity is linked to mutations. This outbreak is the second largest in history, with a significantly higher case and death rate compared to previous epidemics. Health authorities are shifting strategies to actively search for patients, and antiviral treatments are being considered. The epidemic is also impacting other health services, with a notable decline in measles vaccinations.