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<p>As of 9 June, there have been 2,056 Ebola cases in the DRC, 1,962 of which are
confirmed and 94 are probable. There have been 1,384 deaths. However, actual numbers
are likely to be higher given ongoing difficulty in undertaking response activities
and the high proportion of community deaths. A number of factors are contributing
to the spread of the virus, ranging from insecurity and access challenges, to community
mistrust.</p><p>The Minister for Africa recently announced new UK aid funding to the
International Federation of the Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) to support
their work during this response. IFRC’s appeal includes safe and dignified burials
and preparedness in provinces adjacent to the affected areas. Moreover, the UK has
been the leading donor for regional preparedness, supporting neighbouring countries
to prepare for potential cases.</p>
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