WHO chief: 600 suspected cases of Ebola, 139 suspected deaths, numbers expected to rise
Published on: May 20, 2026, 3:33 p.m. | Source: The Economic Times
The World Health Organization has declared the latest Ebola outbreak a public health emergency of international concern. Suspected cases and deaths are rising. The rare Bundibugyo strain of the virus is circulating. This is the first time a WHO chief has declared an emergency without expert consultation due to the urgent situation.
