Ebola outbreak in Congo poses 'very high' risk, WHO chief says

Summary: The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo is getting worse. The World Health Organization (WHO) now says the risk is "very high." This outbreak is caused by the Bundibugyo virus, and there is no vaccine for it yet.

To stop the spread, Congo has banned large funerals and wakes. This is because the virus can spread easily from dead bodies during these gatherings. Doctors are rushing to help, but they are running out of supplies like masks. Also, false rumors are making some people scared of the medical workers. The U.S. and the United Nations are sending millions of dollars to help build clinics and fight the disease.

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