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South Sudan: Rapid Ebola Virus Disease Knowledge Assessment in High-Risk Areas, July 2026
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· August 10, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Further details on the assessment are available, including information on symptoms and the desire for more information on Ebola Virus Disease.
In South Sudan, a recent assessment has found that many people are aware of Ebola Virus Disease. However, some individuals do not believe that outbreaks are happening in nearby countries. Risk perception is relatively low, particularly in Juba.
People tend to trust health workers and radio for health information, but some communities may not have access to these sources. Further details on the assessment are available, including information on symptoms and the desire for more information on Ebola Virus Disease. The assessment also considered the situation in neighboring countries, including the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda.
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Category: disaster Published: August 10, 2026 Source: ReliefWeb Reading time: 1 min
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