The Situation: Growing More Grave, In Beni -- Latest DRC Ebola Outbreak...

After an emergency WHO meeting today, the only good news is that this outbreak has not yet been declared an emergency of international concern. Not an international pandemic. Yet.

However, the new cases rate continues to rise -- many from unknown transmission chains, in Beni -- and that is vert disconcerting. Here is the latest from WHO, tonight:

. . . .From 4 May to 15 October 2018, 216 EVD cases were reported, of which 181 are confirmed and 35 are probable; 139 total deaths have occurred, of which 104 are confirmed and 35 are probable. The global case fatality rate stands at 64% overall, and at 57% among confirmed cases.

Nine neighbouring countries have been advised that they are at high risk of spread and have been supported with equipment and personnel. Particular emphasis has been placed on Uganda, Rwanda, Burundi, and South Sudan in terms of preparedness activities. . . .

Now you know -- seriously sleep deprived, but ready to roll, tomorrow! Smile. . . .

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