The World Health Organization has officially declared a public health emergency of international concern following a deadly Ebola outbreak in Congo and Uganda. The outbreak has already resulted in over 300 suspected cases and 88 confirmed deaths in the region.
Despite the emergency declaration, the WHO clarified that the current outbreak does not meet the criteria for a global pandemic like COVID-19. The organization has explicitly advised against the closure of international borders, though it warned of potential regional spread.
Ebola is a highly contagious and severe illness transmitted through bodily fluids. By declaring this emergency, the WHO aims to mobilize donor organizations and global health authorities to mount a coordinated international response to contain the deadly virus.
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