The Ebola outbreak in Central Africa could exceed 20,000 cases within months if isolation efforts fail, according to US health projections. The spread of a rare virus strain and ongoing conflict may fuel a major health crisis. Experts warn of a potential significant escalation of the outbreak. The situation is being closely monitored by health authorities.
A growing Ebola outbreak in Central Africa could surpass 20,000 cases within months if efforts to isolate infected people fail, according to new U.S. health projections. Experts warn the spread of a rare virus strain and ongoing conflict could fuel a major health crisis.