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Dozens Killed by Unknown Disease in the Democratic Republic of Congo

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  • #Diseases & conditions
  • #Medicine & healthcare
  • #Infectious diseases
Dozens Killed by Unknown Disease in the Democratic Republic of Congo
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DEC 2024
Above: Healthcare workers take measures at a medical facility to combat the mpox virus in Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo on Aug. 30, 2024.  Image copyright: Augustin Wamenya/Contributor/Anadolu via Getty Images
story last updated DEC 2024

The Spin

Narrative A

Once again, the DRC is the epicenter of a disease of unknown origin, as the country is already on full alert to combat the mpox epidemic. Scientists believe that the absence of safe drinking water, insufficient health facilities, and civil unrest are potential stressors at the local level. The WHO is looking into the outbreak, and health officials advise the public to remain calm, exercise good hygiene, and avoid large gatherings.

NCBIABC news

Narrative B

The DRC's weak healthcare infrastructure — combined with a segment of the population grappling with underlying health issues like malaria and malnutrition — may ultimately hinder the diagnosis of this new disease for the global health community. Time is of the essence with worries of a zoonotic spillover event with looming regional and even broader implications.

Sky NewsThe Mirror

Metaculus Prediction


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