The World Health Organization (WHO) has reported a significant decrease in suspected Ebola cases in central Africa, reducing the number from over 900 to 116. This adjustment has been confirmed by WHO spokesperson Christian Lindmeier from their Geneva headquarters.
According to WHO, as of May 31, the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) registered 116 suspected cases, a sharp drop from 906 reported earlier. The DRC confirmed a total of 321 cases, which included 48 deaths, while Uganda reported nine confirmed cases, with one resulting in death.
Despite this reduction, frontline doctors warn of ongoing challenges. Dr. Abdou Sebushishe, a medic with International Medical Corps in Goma, DRC, highlighted difficulties in contacting potential Ebola patient contacts. He noted many individuals seek alternative treatments, questioning the virus’s authenticity. Dr. Sebushishe stressed a control timeframe of over six months, appealing for more resources, especially protective gear, as 20% of new cases involve healthcare workers.
An encouraging development is the recovery of five frontline nurses who contracted Ebola. Nurse Etienne Ezo, among the recovered, shared her experience upon receiving an Ebola survivor certificate. WHO chief Dr. Tedros Ghebreyesus emphasized the importance of early medical support, citing survivors as examples of effective treatment.
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