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Patrick Faley’s harrowing firsthand testimony reveals critical failures in West Africa’s 2014-16 Ebola response, exposing delays in burials and inadequate survivor support that cost thousands of lives. His story, presented alongside new analysis, underscores systemic flaws in global health infrastructure as the world braces for future outbreaks.
Oxford University researchers have developed an experimental Ebola vaccine that could enter human trials within weeks. The team says the shot targets multiple strains and may offer broader protection than existing options. A breakthrough that could reshape global pandemic preparedness.
The World Health Organization confirmed 600 suspected Ebola cases and 139 deaths in the Democratic Republic of Congo, with officials warning the outbreak could spread further without rapid intervention.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has confirmed at least six U.S. citizens were exposed to Ebola during a recent outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Health officials are tracking contacts while the World Health Organization assesses the risk of international spread.
Health authorities in Democratic Republic of Congo have confirmed a fresh Ebola outbreak in Mbandaka, with six cases reported. The World Health Organization has activated emergency response protocols as teams deploy diagnostic tools and vaccines to the region.