EXCLUSIVE: Congo’s Ebola epidemic started at least 4 months before it was detected - Science | AAAS

Core Impact Points

• The Ebola outbreak in the DRC started at least 4 months before it was detected, making it the fastest-growing Ebola outbreak in history.
• The outbreak has already surpassed 1,500 deaths, with the Africa CDC chief warning that there is no 'magical solution' to contain the spread.
• The US market and economy are not directly impacted by the outbreak, but it highlights the need for continued vigilance and preparedness.
• The outbreak is a reminder of the importance of global health security and the need for international cooperation to prevent and respond to infectious disease outbreaks.
• The study's findings suggest that the outbreak may have been more widespread than initially thought, with potentially thousands of cases going undetected.