Ebola Kills 65 in DR Congo, Sparks Fears of Regional Spread

Health officials are racing to contain a deadly new Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo that has already killed at least 65 people. The rapid spread of the virus is raising fears that it could cross into neighboring countries, as containment efforts continue.

The outbreak is centered in eastern DR Congo, where the virus is tearing through communities. Authorities are urging the public to remain calm while doctors monitor the spread closely. In a related development, a U.S. doctor who survived the disease has spoken publicly about the experience, sharing firsthand details from the affected region [150473][150660].

Trachoma, a bacterial infection that can cause blindness, has been officially eliminated as a public health problem in Tunisia, according to the World Health Organization (WHO). The achievement follows decades of sustained national effort, making Tunisia the latest country to defeat the disease [148928].

Global health progress is at risk. The WHO warns that setbacks in universal health coverage, malaria control, and maternal health are endangering development goals set for 2030. Inequalities between rich and poor nations are widening, threatening to reverse years of hard-won gains if urgent action is not taken [148418].