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UN: Congo Ebola deaths alarming number a ‘rallying cry’ to scale up treatment
02.09.2019 13:11 "Agro Perspectiva" (Kyiv) —
Since the Ebola epidemic struck within the Congo north-east one year ago, almost 600 of around 850 children who have caught the virus have now died, UN Radio says referring to UNICEF (UN Children’s Fund) last week report.
«The news that the total number of deaths has now passed 2,000, out of more than 3,000 cases, should act as a rallying cry for us all to step up our efforts to defeat this terrible disease and end this outbreak. As the numbers continue to grow, it is vital to remember that each one of these cases is somebody’s child, a son or daughter; a mother, father brother or sister,» the report reads.
As to the report, «for the first time, we now have the means to both prevent and treat Ebola.»
As to the report, the UNICEF, the disease is no longer incurable, with scientific advancements promising to tame outbreaks and boost survival rates.
It is to be admitted, this Ebola epidemic, categorized by the World Health Organization (WHO) as International Public Health Emergency as of this year Jul, has affected more children than in any other previous outbreak, and the virus «ravages children in ways that are very different from adults».
It is to be noted, of the US$126 million needed meet the needs of children and communities, UNICEF has so far funded 31% of its appeal.
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