Congo’s health workers treat Ebola without pay as WHO seeks resources
Health workers in the Democratic Republic of Congo are treating Ebola patients without pay amidst a significant outbreak. The World Health Organization has launched a $518 million plan to combat the disease, emphasizing the need for sustained funding and community engagement. The outbreak, particularly the rare Bundibugyo type, has emerged in the mining area of Mongbwalu, where poor living conditions and limited access to health protocols among laborers exacerbate the spread. AI
