Ebola death toll has risen to over 5000

The Ebola outbreak in Congo has claimed 5,000 lives, with over 10,000 confirmed cases. This outbreak, noted since May, is the second deadliest in history. Experts report a stable number of new infections, but the situation remains concerning as most new cases arise from unidentified sources. Ebola spreads through contact with infected bodily fluids, and no vaccine is currently available for this variant. Infections have also been reported in Kenya, Uganda, and Nigeria, complicating containment efforts due to poor healthcare and distrust towards aid workers.