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Scientists work toward a vaccine for filoviruses, Ebola's deadly kin • Apr. 27, 2025, 7:15 AM ET (Medical Xpress)
Uganda declares end of 6th Ebola outbreak • Apr. 26, 2025, 9:23 AM ET (Medical Xpress)
USAID cuts in Uganda could increase Ebola risk worldwide, former official warns • Apr. 10, 2025, 1:35 PM ET (CBS)

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Also Known As Ebola virus disease • EVD • Ebola hemorrhagic fever

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