Congo’s Ebola epicenter hospitals overwhelmed by surge in cases
The Democratic Republic of Congo’s health system in Ituri Province—ground zero for the latest Ebola outbreak—is under extreme strain, with hospitals in Bunia, Mongbwalu, and Rwampara reporting critical shortages of beds, staff, and protective equipment as cases surge. As of May 16, 2026, eight laboratory-confirmed Ebola cases and 80 suspected deaths have overwhelmed local facilities, … Read more