And restricted access to vaccines and diagnostics are making matters worse. Medical efforts are also being hampered by transportation issues.
According to WHO, the region is isolated and rural, and the continuing rainy season makes access even more difficult. By road,
It takes around 48 hours to get there from Kinshasa. “The region is lacking in medical personnel, supplies, and transportation options.
According to CIDRAP, almost all patients (96.5%) have reported experiencing a fever, despite the fact that there are other symptoms as well.
According to WHO, “acute pneumonia, influenza, COVID-19, measles, and malaria are being considered as potential causal factors.
With malnutrition as a contributing factor, given the clinical presentation and symptoms reported, and a number of associated deaths.”
