Current Ebola outbreak worst ever in DR Congo, WHO says

The World Health Organization has declared the current Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo as the worst ever. The outbreak has resulted in 1,587 deaths so far, with the number of cases continuing to rise. There is currently no approved vaccine or treatment available for this particular strain of the virus. The WHO's declaration highlights the severity of the situation and the need for urgent action to contain the outbreak.

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