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Confirmed Ebola cases in Congo outbreak top 1,000 with 254 deaths, authorities say
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· June 22, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Further details about the outbreak can be found through Congo's Ministry of Health or other news sources, such as KPRC 2 and Click2Houston, which have reported on the situation.
In international health news, an outbreak in eastern Congo has reached a significant milestone. The number of confirmed Ebola cases has surpassed 1,000, with a total of 1,003 cases reported. This outbreak has resulted in 254 deaths, according to officials.
On a more positive note, 100 people have recovered from the illness. The outbreak is primarily concentrated in the Ituri province. Further details about the outbreak can be found through Congo's Ministry of Health or other news sources, such as KPRC 2 and Click2Houston, which have reported on the situation.
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Category: local Published: June 22, 2026 Source: KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC) Reading time: 1 min
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