Mmastodon WorldWorld first seen 22 h ago, last 22 h ago, peak #5
Ebola fear disrupts routine healthcare in Congo
Original: Routine healthcare has been severely disrupted in communities hit hardest by Ebola in Congo, where fear of infection and
Routine healthcare has been severely disrupted in communities hit hardest by the Ebola outbreak in Congo, according to a Japan Times report. Fear of infection and mounting pressure on hospitals are stymieing immunization campaigns and discouraging patients from seeking care for other conditions, raising concerns about wider health consequences beyond the outbreak itself.
Why now: An Ebola outbreak in Congo is causing collateral damage to immunizations and everyday medical care, drawing international concern.
Evidence
API: https://socialmediatrends-api.osmike.com/v1/trends/375013