outbreaks

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Ebola outbreak accelerates in Congo as WHO updates risk assessment

The Director-General of the World Health Organization has reported a significant acceleration in the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, prompting the organization to update its risk assessment. This announcement comes at a critical time as officials strive to contain the virus before it spreads further.

British hospital delays reporting meningitis cases to authorities

In a concerning incident, a hospital in the UK has admitted to delaying notification of meningitis cases to health authorities, despite a mandatory reporting requirement within 24 hours. This comes as the country faces a notable increase in infections.