https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/ Published infectious-disease literature filtered to Democratic Republic of the Congo. en Wed, 09 Sep 2026 07:02:01 GMT https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-3390-idr18050100-0286cca8/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-3390-idr18050100-0286cca8/ Tue, 08 Sep 2026 00:00:00 GMT The abstract frames the outbreak as a major Ebola control challenge in a conflict-affected and socially complex setting. It identifies surveillance, contact tracing, laboratory capacity, IPC, clinical care, risk communication, misinformation management, and community trust as priority areas for outbreak response and preparedness. Ebola Outbreak investigation Surveillance Transmission dynamics Diagnostics Treatment Outbreak investigation https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1080-22221751-2026-2731496-7d1abb29/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1080-22221751-2026-2731496-7d1abb29/ Mon, 07 Sep 2026 00:00:00 GMT The four-day turnaround provides a replicable blueprint for rapid medical countermeasure evaluation during future outbreaks in settings with heightened Ebola Virus Disease threat. The approach demonstrates that prepositioned protocols, established infrastructure, and trained personnel can dramatically compress trial activation timelines. Ebola Vaccination Outbreak investigation Treatment Journal article https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1016-j-ijid-2026-108862-d477aad3/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1016-j-ijid-2026-108862-d477aad3/ Tue, 01 Sep 2026 00:00:00 GMT Findings point to potential deficiencies in protocols for managing cases that test negative for standard pathogens. Hemorrhagic Fever Ebola Outbreak investigation Surveillance Transmission dynamics Diagnostics Journal article https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1016-j-imj-2026-100270-6c5ddd42/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1016-j-imj-2026-100270-6c5ddd42/ Tue, 01 Sep 2026 00:00:00 GMT The document underscores urgent requirements for novel prophylactic and therapeutic development while demonstrating how transnational coordination mechanisms can address complex outbreak environments marked by infrastructure deficits and social friction. Ebola Outbreak investigation Vaccination Treatment Journal article https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-3389-fmed-2026-1848720-5309eb14/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-3389-fmed-2026-1848720-5309eb14/ Fri, 21 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT The case indicates that obstetric emergencies can arise in Ebola treatment units and that limited diagnostic, surgical, anesthetic, and referral capacity may complicate timely care. The authors conclude that such units should have capacity to diagnose and manage obstetric complications in addition to providing Ebola-related care. Ebola Malaria Treatment Diagnostics Journal article https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1099-mgen-0-001813-f29b2d9a/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1099-mgen-0-001813-f29b2d9a/ Tue, 18 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT Results inform public health interventions by clarifying transmission dynamics and antimicrobial resistance patterns relevant to treatment strategies. The authors emphasize the necessity for enhanced national and cross-border genomic surveillance to manage control efforts effectively. Cholera Genomic epidemiology Surveillance Outbreak investigation Transmission dynamics Antimicrobial resistance Treatment Genomic study https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1038-s41467-026-76114-1-dbca88c1/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1038-s41467-026-76114-1-dbca88c1/ Sat, 08 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT Findings support continued development of a pan-ebolavirus vaccine built on the I53-50 platform, which has established clinical safety, and may be relevant for populations at risk of EBOV and SUDV outbreaks. Hemorrhagic Fever Ebola Vaccination Outbreak investigation One Health Journal article https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-19044-esipreprint-8-2026-p97-24674607/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-19044-esipreprint-8-2026-p97-24674607/ Sat, 08 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT Embedding durable environmental services, practical staff education, community outreach, and regional cooperation into standard health budgets could improve future epidemic resilience. Ebola Outbreak investigation Surveillance Climate and environment Journal article https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-2196-93321-deacb4af/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-2196-93321-deacb4af/ Wed, 05 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT The analysis supplies practical guidance for resource-constrained regions aiming to replace disconnected digital projects with coordinated, compatible networks that support comprehensive pathogen tracking. COVID-19 Ebola Monkeypox Surveillance One Health Climate and environment Journal article https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1016-j-vaccine-2026-128995-ff19b743/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1016-j-vaccine-2026-128995-ff19b743/ Sat, 01 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT The findings identify socioeconomic, seasonal, community-mobilization, and service-delivery factors relevant to yellow fever vaccination access in the studied DRC settings. The authors indicate that outreach, community mobilization, and adaptation of services to environmental conditions may support more equitable coverage. Yellow fever Vaccination Climate and environment Cross-sectional study https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-3390-v18070782-3f9e0b9a/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-3390-v18070782-3f9e0b9a/ Thu, 16 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT Frequent viral outbreaks in the specified region underscore the necessity of transitioning from reactive case management to proactive risk evaluation. Integrating ecological tracking with conventional diagnostic networks may ultimately refine strategic planning for regional health authorities. Ebola Hemorrhagic Fever Climate and environment Outbreak investigation One Health Surveillance Diagnostics Commentary https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-3389-fpubh-2026-1891266-a2986612/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-3389-fpubh-2026-1891266-a2986612/ Wed, 15 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT Strengthening localized financing and institutionalizing border-spanning monitoring networks could reduce systemic fragility during future pathogen emergencies. Ebola Hemorrhagic Fever Outbreak investigation Surveillance Commentary https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-7759-cureus-112459-e636cd4f/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-7759-cureus-112459-e636cd4f/ Sat, 11 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT The discussion underscores the importance of adaptable international cooperation and localized preparedness when addressing novel hemorrhagic fever threats lacking established medical interventions. Ebola Outbreak investigation Surveillance Vaccination Treatment Travel medicine Commentary https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-36922-mi025010145-cc4b9789/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-36922-mi025010145-cc4b9789/ Fri, 10 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT By contrasting successful containment tactics with unresolved logistical barriers, the text underscores the importance of adaptable monitoring networks and region-specific medical countermeasures for managing recurring viral threats. Ebola Outbreak investigation Vaccination Transmission dynamics Surveillance Commentary https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1093-ofid-ofag397-1107525d/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1093-ofid-ofag397-1107525d/ Tue, 07 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT Undetected infections among both monitored and unmonitored contacts indicate that standard tracking protocols likely miss a significant portion of viral spread. Routine blood screening following outbreaks could clarify transmission networks and improve future response planning. Ebola Outbreak investigation Cross-sectional study https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1186-s41182-026-01015-4-1e848a43/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1186-s41182-026-01015-4-1e848a43/ Mon, 06 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT Identifying this viral variant demonstrates the requirement for expanded regional monitoring networks and upgraded laboratory infrastructure. Enhancing these operational capacities remains essential for effective emergency management. Ebola Outbreak investigation Surveillance Diagnostics Outbreak investigation https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-12659-msm-954627-55727a36/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-12659-msm-954627-55727a36/ Wed, 01 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT The discussion emphasizes the operational necessity of deploying medical countermeasures during declared crises, especially when conventional clinical management proves insufficient for lowering death rates. Ebola Hemorrhagic Fever Vaccination Outbreak investigation Transmission dynamics Commentary https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-29063-ajrh2026-v30i13-1-3cdaa5c3/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-29063-ajrh2026-v30i13-1-3cdaa5c3/ Wed, 01 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT The manuscript calls for integrating socioeconomic and environmental interventions into standard outbreak management frameworks to improve long-term resilience. Ebola Hemorrhagic Fever Outbreak investigation Climate and environment Journal article https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-7759-cureus-111921-46b92e7b/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-7759-cureus-111921-46b92e7b/ Wed, 01 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT Outlining rapid, scalable measures deployable through current infrastructure, the discussion highlights how targeted operational shifts may improve immediate outbreak management while strengthening long-term regional readiness. Ebola Surveillance Outbreak investigation Transmission dynamics Vaccination Genomic epidemiology Diagnostics One Health Commentary https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1186-s13756-026-01779-8-c7594305/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1186-s13756-026-01779-8-c7594305/ Wed, 24 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT The authors suggest that immediate deployment of broad infection control protocols upon symptom onset could mitigate risks associated with diagnostic delays in resource-constrained environments. Ebola Hemorrhagic Fever Outbreak investigation Transmission dynamics Diagnostics Commentary https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1093-jtm-taag056-21e54eb9/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1093-jtm-taag056-21e54eb9/ Mon, 22 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT The discussion identifies operational gaps in managing transmissible disease threats during high-density international tourism and sports tournaments. Ebola Outbreak investigation Vaccination Treatment Travel medicine Journal article https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-15585-mmwr-mm7522e2-ab9bf047/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-15585-mmwr-mm7522e2-ab9bf047/ Thu, 11 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT The evaluation outlines domestic preparedness thresholds and clarifies resource requirements for managing imported viral hemorrhagic fever scenarios. Ebola Hemorrhagic Fever Outbreak investigation Transmission dynamics Journal article https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-2807-1560-7917-es-2026-31-24-2600508-47cbdcf8/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-2807-1560-7917-es-2026-31-24-2600508-47cbdcf8/ Mon, 01 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT These findings contextualize cross-border transmission probabilities and may assist in evaluating international health security measures and travel-related screening protocols. Ebola Hemorrhagic Fever Travel medicine Transmission dynamics Outbreak investigation Journal article https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1038-s41541-026-01490-0-faf40751/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1038-s41541-026-01490-0-faf40751/ Thu, 28 May 2026 00:00:00 GMT The findings provide additional evidence from an endemic setting that the MVA-BN vaccine, widely deployed for monkeypox prevention, is generally safe and well-tolerated with predominantly mild injection site reactions. Monkeypox Vaccination Treatment Vaccine safety Journal article https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1136-bmjgh-2025-022261-eb59d98a/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1136-bmjgh-2025-022261-eb59d98a/ Thu, 07 May 2026 00:00:00 GMT The commentary highlights that without parallel investments in disease surveillance and preparedness systems, expanding mineral extraction could accelerate both regional instability and global health threats through potential transboundary pathogen spread, necessitating integrated One Health approaches. Ebola Hemorrhagic Fever Climate and environment One Health Surveillance Transmission dynamics Commentary https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1136-medhum-2025-013586-27ce4306/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1136-medhum-2025-013586-27ce4306/ Wed, 01 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT Documenting regional narratives surrounding animal illness provides valuable context for understanding how communities interpret and report emerging health threats. Ebola Hemorrhagic Fever Outbreak investigation Journal article https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-3201-eid3204-250969-b9ff822e/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-3201-eid3204-250969-b9ff822e/ Wed, 01 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT Substantial viral circulation within agricultural animals indicates persistent environmental maintenance alongside occasional spillover events affecting people. These observations underscore the importance of maintaining systematic monitoring protocols to evaluate ongoing exposure dynamics. Hemorrhagic Fever Crimean-Congo hemorrhagic fever Outbreak investigation Surveillance Transmission dynamics Climate and environment Cross-sectional study https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1590-interface-260322-32efaa44/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1590-interface-260322-32efaa44/ Thu, 01 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT Understanding the political mechanisms that influence emergency classification helps explain disparities in international aid distribution and response scaling during cross-border epidemics. Ebola Outbreak investigation Commentary https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-56147-jidpc-3-1-36-a48f1da8/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-56147-jidpc-3-1-36-a48f1da8/ Thu, 01 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT The report underscores the necessity for sustained resource allocation, supply chain optimization, and interagency cooperation to preserve outbreak resilience within defense healthcare networks confronting recurring and novel viral hazards. Ebola Monkeypox Outbreak investigation Surveillance Diagnostics Climate and environment Journal article https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1371-journal-pntd-0013148-060ab7b4/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1371-journal-pntd-0013148-060ab7b4/ Thu, 12 Jun 2025 00:00:00 GMT The authors argue Mpox has the potential to disrupt health systems and undermine progress toward the 2030 sustainable development goals, calling for financial and human resource support from countries both within and outside Africa. Monkeypox Smallpox Surveillance Outbreak investigation Transmission dynamics Vaccination Climate and environment One Health Journal article https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1371-journal-pntd-0010141-156f368b/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1371-journal-pntd-0010141-156f368b/ Fri, 11 Feb 2022 00:00:00 GMT The review highlights the global relevance of monkeypox given its spread beyond endemic African settings and suggests that enhanced surveillance is needed to monitor its evolving epidemiology. Monkeypox Smallpox Travel medicine Surveillance Transmission dynamics Vaccination One Health Systematic review https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1371-journal-pntd-0009683-9f4cd271/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1371-journal-pntd-0009683-9f4cd271/ Mon, 23 Aug 2021 00:00:00 GMT The authors frame GIS-MCE suitability maps as an updatable tool to support surveillance and prevention of future Ebola outbreaks as new knowledge becomes available. Ebola One Health Surveillance Outbreak investigation Transmission dynamics Climate and environment Journal article https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1016-s1473-3099-17-30313-4-26a9403a/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1016-s1473-3099-17-30313-4-26a9403a/ Tue, 01 Aug 2017 00:00:00 GMT Findings informed dose selection for subsequent phase 3 evaluation of the rVSV∆G-ZEBOV-GP candidate, contributing evidence toward a deployable Ebola virus vaccine following the 2014 Zaire Ebola virus outbreak. Ebola Hemorrhagic Fever Vaccination Treatment Surveillance Outbreak investigation Randomised controlled trial https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1016-s1473-3099-16-30513-8-b018160f/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1016-s1473-3099-16-30513-8-b018160f/ Wed, 01 Mar 2017 00:00:00 GMT The findings provide estimates for prioritising areas for vaccination during yellow fever outbreaks and demonstrate the potential for predictive modelling to guide targeted vaccine allocation, though practical implementation would require consideration of vaccine supply and delivery constraints. Yellow fever Vaccination Travel medicine Outbreak investigation Transmission dynamics Health policy Mathematical modelling https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1016-j-vaccine-2016-10-059-a11a8ce2/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1016-j-vaccine-2016-10-059-a11a8ce2/ Thu, 01 Dec 2016 00:00:00 GMT The findings demonstrate endemic rubella virus transmission in the studied provinces and identify a substantial susceptible population among women of childbearing age, supporting the planned introduction of rubella-containing vaccine before 2020. The analysis guided recommendations for a catch-up campaign targeting children 9 months to 14 years and routine vaccination of women of childbearing age, aligned with World Health Organization guidance. Rubella Congenital rubella syndrome Vaccination Health policy Transmission dynamics Journal article https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1056-nejmoa1411627-29a1f0cd/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1056-nejmoa1411627-29a1f0cd/ Thu, 28 Apr 2016 00:00:00 GMT Development of an effective Ebola vaccine was identified as a priority for controlling future outbreaks following the West African epidemic that caused over 11,000 deaths. Ebola Hemorrhagic Fever Vaccination Treatment Outbreak investigation Journal article https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1016-s1473-3099-15-00486-7-1b1ae76c/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1016-s1473-3099-15-00486-7-1b1ae76c/ Tue, 01 Mar 2016 00:00:00 GMT The paper is relevant to Ebola vaccine development because it provides early human safety and immune-response data for a candidate vaccine during an outbreak context. It is positioned as evidence to support later-phase efficacy studies rather than as a population-level effectiveness assessment. Ebola Hemorrhagic Fever Treatment Vaccination Outbreak investigation Randomised controlled trial https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1016-s0140-6736-15-60553-0-d75ff618/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1016-s0140-6736-15-60553-0-d75ff618/ Mon, 01 Jun 2015 00:00:00 GMT This is an early clinical evaluation of an Ebola vaccine candidate, so it is relevant to vaccine development and preparedness work. The study addresses a vaccine targeting the 2014 epidemic strain rather than providing outbreak surveillance evidence. Ebola Vaccination Outbreak investigation Treatment Randomised controlled trial https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1016-s0140-6736-14-62385-0-38ad575b/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1016-s0140-6736-14-62385-0-38ad575b/ Wed, 01 Apr 2015 00:00:00 GMT The paper is relevant to vaccine development for two high-fatality viral diseases and to early clinical evaluation of candidate vaccines in an African setting. It also provides context for later development work on Ebola vaccine antigens. Ebola Treatment Vaccination Outbreak investigation Randomised controlled trial https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-3201-eid2002-130118-e5d287f8/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-3201-eid2002-130118-e5d287f8/ Sat, 01 Feb 2014 00:00:00 GMT The authors call for improved surveillance to monitor potential adaptation of monkeypox virus to humans. Monkeypox Surveillance Transmission dynamics One Health Journal article https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1017-s0950268806007217-bbe032f1/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1017-s0950268806007217-bbe032f1/ Tue, 26 Sep 2006 00:00:00 GMT The findings suggest that rapid hospitalization is a key intervention for reducing Ebola epidemic size, providing quantitative support for containment strategies. Ebola Hemorrhagic Fever COVID-19 Transmission dynamics Treatment Outbreak investigation Mathematical modelling https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/ebola-haemorrhagic-fever-in-zaire-1976-0ab60c75/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/ebola-haemorrhagic-fever-in-zaire-1976-0ab60c75/ Sun, 01 Jan 1978 00:00:00 GMT A foundational outbreak investigation for Ebola surveillance and response history. Ebola Viral hemorrhagic fevers Outbreak investigation Surveillance Outbreak investigation