Ebola outbreak declared in Democratic Republic of Congo

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An Ebola outbreak has been declared in the Democratic Republic of Congo’s Ituri province.

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At least 246 cases have been confirmed and 65 people have died according to Africa's top public health agency.

Ebola is a deadly viral disease which is spread through direct contact with bodily fluid.

Experts say the average fatality rate is around 50%.
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