The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo is spreading rapidly. Despite efforts by medical teams, the situation remains dire. The World Health Organization has reported a significant number of confirmed cases.

As of August 1st, the total had surpassed previous outbreaks in the area. The death toll is also higher than in comparable periods of previous outbreaks. Further details on the outbreak are available from the World Health Organization and other sources, including Doctors Without Borders, which has a presence in the area.