Africa CDC has called for stronger protection measures for frontline health workers following the confirmed infection of a US humanitarian worker involved in the Bundibugyo Ebola outbreak response in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC).

The agency said health workers, humanitarian personnel, and volunteers continue to operate under intense pressure while identifying cases, treating patients, and containing the outbreak. Authorities have launched an epidemiological investigation, contact tracing, and exposure risk assessments to determine how the humanitarian worker became infected.

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“Reliable protective equipment, strong infection prevention systems, continuous training, psychosocial support and safe working conditions are essential for every person delivering this response,” the statement quoted Africa CDC Director-General Jean Kaseya as saying.

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Africa CDC reported that at least 112 healthcare workers have been infected with the Bundibugyo Ebola virus, with 35 deaths recorded in the DRC. The agency urged organisations to strengthen infection prevention, provide adequate protective equipment, ensure continuous training, and improve occupational safety and psychosocial support for responders.