How dangerous is the Ebola virus, how does it spread? What is the cure?

18 May, 2026, 09:45 pm

Last modified: 18 May, 2026, 10:16 pm

How dangerous is the Ebola virus, how does it spread? What is the cure?

18 May, 2026, 09:45 pm

Last modified: 18 May, 2026, 10:16 pm

A very rare strain of Ebola called 'Bundibugyo' has attacked Congo. An infectious disease expert at Swansea University said that doctors are most worried about this particular type of Ebola. Because the current 'Ervebo' vaccine does not work at all against this strain.

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