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Bundibugyo virus, a rare Ebola strain, resurfaces in eastern Congo, causing hundreds of infections and over one hundred sixty suspected deaths. Ugandan officials express frustration as the viruss name, Bundibugyo, is linked to their country, despite no active cases in the region. Uganda has reported two cases, both Congolese nationals who traveled before the outbreak was declared. The Ugandan president emphasizes the outbreak is largely on the Congo side, implementing measures to prevent spread. Enhanced surveillance and contact tracing are crucial, as current vaccines and treatments arent effective against the Bundibugyo strain.

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