DR Congo Ebola Outbreak Kills 131; WHO Battles ‘Complex, Difficult’ Spread
Summary
An Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has resulted in at least 131 deaths, prompting the World Health Organization to declare it an international emergency. The US is implementing travel restrictions and screening for travelers from affected areas after an American medical worker tested positive.
How coverage differs
- Left: Global health organization mobilizes against complex, difficult Ebola outbreak Left-leaning outlets emphasize the World Health Organization's response to the 'complex, difficult' Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo. They highlight the challenges faced by health workers in containing the deadly virus.
- Center: Ebola outbreak claims lives; international emergency declared as centers open Center outlets factually report on the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo, noting that at least 131 people have died. They detail the opening of more treatment centers to manage the rare type of Ebola virus.