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Outbreak of Ebola in Democratic Republic of the Congo (Update 20)

31 January 2020

The World Health Organisation reports continued transmission of Ebola virus disease (EVD) in North Kivu, South Kivu and Ituri provinces in Democratic Republic of the Congo.

As of 25 January 2019, a total of 3 417 EVD cases (including 2 240 deaths) have been reported. Cases have been reported from 29 health zones: Ariwara (1), Bunia (4), Komanda (56), Lolwa (6), Mambasa (82), Mandima (347), Nyakunde (2), Rwampara (8) and Tchomia (2) in Ituri Province; Alimbongo (5), Beni (710), Biena (19), Butembo (295), Goma (1), Kalunguta (198), Katwa (653), Kayna (28), Kyondo (25), Lubero (31), Mabalako (462), Manguredjipa (18), Masereka (50), Musienene (85), Mutwanga (32), Nyiragongo (3), Oicha (65), Pinga (1) and Vuhovi (103) in North Kivu Province and Mwenga (6) in South Kivu Province.

Advice to travellers

When Ebola outbreaks occur, generally the risk of travellers becoming infected or developing Ebola virus disease is extremely low.

Travellers returning from an Ebola outbreak area should seek rapid medical attention if they develop flu-like symptoms (such as fever, headache, diarrhoea or general malaise) within 21 days after return. They should call NHS24 (Scotland) or NHS111 (England and Wales) or contact their GP by telephone. While Ebola virus disease is unlikely, the returning traveller should mention any potential exposure to the virus including dates and itinerary of travel.

For further information see Viral Haemorrhagic Fever.