Rare Ebola Strain With No Approved Vaccine Kills Dozens in Congo

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A rare strain of Ebola, which is not covered by any approved vaccine, has spread in the Democratic Republic of Congo, resulting in numerous fatalities. The outbreak emphasizes the importance of health preparedness in conflict-affected regions.

A rare strain of Ebola with no approved vaccine or treatment may have circulated undetected for weeks in conflict-hit northeastern Democratic Republic of Congo before killing dozens of people.