Bundibugyo

Bundibugyo is a species of the Ebola virus, known for causing a severe and often fatal illness in humans. It is one of the five ebolaviruses that can cause Ebola virus disease.

Why it’s in the news: It is in the news due to the commencement of its first human vaccine trial and ongoing research into its behavior following recent outbreaks.

Latest on Bundibugyo

• First human trial of Bundibugyo Ebola vaccine begins
• As recoveries rise, doctors are finally learning how Bundibugyo Ebola behaves
• Ebola scientists lack access to virus samples behind Congo’s largest Bundibugyo outbreak

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