WHO warns of 'catastrophic collision' of Ebola and war in DR Congo KAMPALA - Conflict in the Democratic Republic of Congo is complicating efforts to rein in a deadly Ebola outbreak, the World Health Organization chief warned Wednesday, while Uganda announced it was shutting its border. Bangkok Post · May 27
WHO chief calls for DRC ceasefire to tackle Ebola outbreak Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus warns of ‘catastrophic collision of disease and conflict’, as Uganda closes border with DRC The Guardian - UK · May 27
Uganda closes border with DR Congo to curb Ebola spread Ugandan authorities have ordered the closure of the border with the Democratic Republic of Congo as cases surge there of a rare type of Ebola. AAP · May 27
Uganda closes its border with Congo as deadly Ebola cases surge The World Health Organization has advised against countries closing their borders despite the risk to neighbouring nations The Independent UK · May 27
RFK Jr.'s CDC Turns to Unpaid Airport Volunteers for Ebola Screening After Gutting Its Trained Workforce The CDC urgently seeks volunteer screeners at major US airports as the Ebola outbreak nears 1,000 cases, following workforce cuts that have depleted public health resources. International Business Times UK · May 27
Thailand becomes first country to enforce 21-day Ebola quarantine Thailand has implemented a mandatory 21-day quarantine for travelers from the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda due to the Ebola outbreak. This measure, effective May 27, 2026, applies to those who have traveled from or passed through these nations within the last 21 days. The move aims to bolster… The Economic Times · May 27
Ebola virus in India? Here's the latest update on the Bengaluru scare, symptoms and precautions explained Ebola virus in Bangalore: A woman returning from Uganda was quarantined in Bengaluru with Ebola-like symptoms. Her tests have come back negative, bringing relief to health officials. The Indian government is monitoring the global Ebola situation closely. Travelers from affected regions are advised to monitor their health. No Ebola cases… The Economic Times · May 27
The Economic Times · May 27 Uganda national isolated in Bengaluru tests negative for Ebola A woman from Uganda, recently in her home country, has tested negative for Ebola. She was isolated in Bengaluru as a precaution after reporting mild symptoms. Her sample was sent to Pune for testing, confirming she does not have the virus. Health officials are closely monitoring the global Ebola situation…
AAP · May 27 Woman quarantined in India tests negative for Ebola A 28-year-old Ugandan woman who sparked an Ebola scare in India after being put in quarantine has tested negative for the deadly virus.
The Economic Times · May 27 Indian govt closely monitoring Ebola situation; no confirmed case yet India is closely watching the Ebola situation due to outbreaks in Africa. No confirmed cases have been reported in the country. A person in Bengaluru, who traveled from Uganda, was isolated for observation after showing mild symptoms. Health authorities are following World Health Organization guidelines. Samples have been sent for…
The Independent UK · May 26 Canada imposes tough Ebola restrictions for travelers from impacted countries The Canadian government says travelers from Ebola-affected regions will be required to self-isolate for 21 days, while immigration authorities are temporarily suspending decisions on applications from Congo, South Sudan and Uganda
Medical Daily · May 26 Ebola Comes to Houston's Front Door: Bush Intercontinental Airport Begins Emergency Screening as Bundibugyo Strain Spreads Across Central Africa Starting tonight at 11:59 PM EDT, George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) in Houston, Texas, will begin receiving travelers who have been present in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), Uganda, or South Sudan within the last 21 days, directing them toward enhanced federal health screening. The CDC expansion, announced Saturday…
Bangkok Post · May 26 21-day quarantine for all arrivals from DR Congo, Uganda The Public Health Ministry on Tuesday began a 21-day mandatory quarantine for all arrivals from Ebola-stricken DR Congo and Uganda, amid rising arrivals from the central african countries and lack of cooperation.
The Economic Times · May 25 Ebola scare: DGCA asks airlines make in-flight announcements, take other measures Aviation watchdog DGCA has issued new guidelines for airlines amid the Ebola outbreak in Africa. Carriers with flights to or from Uganda and Congo must collect self-declaration forms from passengers. In-flight announcements will inform travelers about Ebola symptoms and reporting procedures. Protocols for suspected cases onboard aircraft are also detailed.…