Ebola Cases Surge Past 800 in Congo

Confirmed Ebola cases in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo have surpassed 800, with Africa's CDC chief warning the outbreak could become the worst ever.

Health workers are struggling to track transmission chains as treatment centers overflow and communities battle claims the outbreak is a hoax.

The outbreak is complicated by victims who prefer traditional healers over hospitals, driven by mistrust and spiritual beliefs.

Humanitarian efforts now involve religious leaders to combat the disease, urging them to promote medical care and safe practices.