A nurse was killed and a health worker severely injured in an attack in eastern Congo while responding to an Ebola case, according to the World Health Organization. The incident occurred in Butembo, a town in North Kivu province. The attackers targeted the medical staff as they were responding to an Ebola alert.
The health worker was seriously hurt during the attack, though the extent of their injuries has not been specified. The World Health Organization confirmed the attack and expressed concern over the safety of medical personnel working in the region. The incident highlights the ongoing challenges in containing the Ebola outbreak.
This is the second reported attack on health workers in the area this month. Earlier, a doctor was attacked while treating an Ebola patient. The attacks have raised concerns about the security of medical teams in the region. The WHO is urging local authorities to ensure the safety of health workers. The situation remains under review, with no immediate indication of a broader pattern or escalation.
