DR Congo Ebola outbreak becomes world's second-largest ever with 3,500+ cases

The ongoing Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has surpassed 3,500 cases, making it the world's second-largest ever. The outbreak is caused by the Bundibugyo strain, for which there is no approved vaccine or treatment. It has now overtaken the country's previous deadliest epidemic.

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