In the latest announcement, the Chief Health Inspector General referred to a report from the Democratic Republic of Congo.
“From October 24 to December 5, 2024, 406 patients with undiagnosed illness with symptoms of fever, headache, cough, runny nose, and body aches were diagnosed in Panzi Health Zone, Kwango Province, Democratic Republic of the Congo. All severe cases were also reported as having severe malnutrition, of which 31 deaths were reported.
An unknown disease that originated in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. GIS responds
According to GIS, most of the cases reported in African countries involve children, especially children under the age of five. The state in question “is a rural and remote area, and access is further hampered by the ongoing rainy season,” it said.
Services include: Commissioned by WHO to work in the field to identify the causes of disease. “Teams of experts, both at the health facility and community level, will collect samples for laboratory testing, provide more detailed clinical characteristics of detected cases, investigate transmission dynamics and proactively identify additional cases.” We also assist in patient care.
“Given the reported clinical signs and symptoms and the high number of associated deaths, acute pneumonia, influenza, COVID-19, measles, and malaria are considered potential causative agents,” the GIS said. “Malnutrition is also a comorbid factor.” It was also emphasized that multiple diseases can contribute to illness and death.
GIS that appeals to travelers. “Be especially careful.”
The announcement indicates that the risk at the national level is rated as 'moderate' and that the disease is currently local in nature. However, given the risk of the infection spreading to nearby areas and the gaps in monitoring and response systems, there is a “need to strengthen preparedness.”
“At the regional and global level, the risk remains low at this time,” we read. “However, the proximity of the affected areas to the border with Angola raises concerns about the potential for cross-border transmission, and mitigating this risk requires continued cross-border monitoring and coordination. “is necessary,” he emphasized.
GIS recommends caution for people arriving from the above areas with symptoms of respiratory infections. Similarly, travelers to the Democratic Republic of the Congo should “take particular care and follow announcements from local authorities and the WHO.”
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