Congo says number of confirmed Ebola cases rises to 515

The Democratic Republic of Congo has confirmed 515 cases of Ebola, with government data indicating 91 deaths attributed to the virus. The latest figures show an increase of 27 new positive samples within the preceding 24 hours, highlighting the ongoing spread of the deadly disease.

Front-line healthcare workers are grappling with the escalating crisis, often without adequate support. Dr. Richard Lokudu, medical director at Mongbwalu General Referral Hospital, described the challenging conditions, noting the constant influx of patients and late-night notifications of suspected cases. He expressed concern over the lack of compensation for his team's efforts.

"I have not received my allowance (and) what happened to others could happen to me as well," Lokudu told The Associated Press. "Despite all the infection prevention and control measures we are implementing, we do not know what may happen." Health authorities are working to contain the outbreak, which initially spread undetected for weeks in the eastern region of Congo.

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I have not received my allowance (and) what happened to others could happen to me as well. Despite all the infection prevention and control measures we are implementing, we do not know what may happen.