Mysterious Flu-Like Illness Claims Hundreds in DR Congo
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The Democratic Republic of Congo is investigating an outbreak of a mysterious flu-like illness in Kwango province, affecting at least 376 people and causing between 67 to 143 deaths since late October. Symptoms include fever, headache, runny nose, breathing problems, and anemia, with women and children being the most affected. The DRC has notified the World Health Organization, and the outbreak is particularly severe in rural areas with limited access to medications.
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