WHO declares DRC Ebola outbreak global health emergency
On Wednesday the 17th of July, the World Health Organisation's Emergency Committee declared the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo a "Public health emergency of international concern".
Fri, 19 Jul 2019 13:28:22 GMT
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- The WHO's declaration serves as a call to action for the international community to support the DRC government in controlling the Ebola outbreak.
- The label brings about challenges such as potential travel and trade restrictions that could impact the region and response efforts.
- Transparency and collaboration are essential in ensuring effective coordination among multiple stakeholders in the response to the Ebola outbreak.
The World Health Organization's Emergency Committee has declared the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo a 'Public health emergency of international concern'. This decision has raised several questions and concerns regarding the implications of this label. Niniola Soleye, Managing Director of DRASA Health Trust, sheds light on what this declaration means and what it does not mean. The label serves as a call to action for the international community to come together and support the DRC government in controlling the outbreak. It signifies a need for increased funding and resources to effectively respond to Ebola. However, the label also brings about potential challenges such as travel and trade restrictions that could impact the region. Soleye emphasizes the importance of transparency and collaboration in the response efforts to avoid confusion and ensure effective coordination among multiple stakeholders.
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