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Ebola vaccine rollout begins in DR Congo amid ongoing outbreak

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A new Ebola vaccine rollout has commenced in the Democratic Republic of the Congo as the region grapples with an ongoing outbreak. While the vaccine was not specifically developed for the particular strain of Ebola causing the current epidemic, health experts express optimism that it may offer a degree of protection. This initiative is proceeding while efforts are underway to develop more targeted vaccines. AI

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Ebola vaccine rollout begins in DR Congo amid ongoing outbreak

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  1. Forbes — Innovation TIER_1 English(EN) · Victoria Forster, Contributor ·

    Ebola Vaccine Rollout Begins In DR Congo Amid Continuing Outbreak

    The vaccine was not designed for the Bundibugyo strain causing the epidemic, but experts are hopeful that it may provide some protection while new vaccines are developed.

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