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The first case was identified in late April, and over the past 8 weeks, medical workers registered and followed 583 contacts.

The protocol for a ring vaccination has been approved by DRC authorities, and a new study yields generally good safety data.

An Ebola treatment center has now been established and is currently treating 5 patients.

Though global risk remains low, 7 countries have begun screening at airports and ports of entry.

Though the DRC has strong experience with Ebola, the location is very remote and officials don't know the full extent of the outbreak.