Doctors in DRC work to dissuade traditional funeral practices amid Ebola outbreak
Doctors in the Democratic Republic of Congo are focusing on changing traditional funeral practices to combat the Ebola outbreak. These practices have historically contributed to the spread of the virus during previous outbreaks. Efforts are underway to educate communities about safer alternatives to reduce transmission rates.
- ▪Traditional funeral practices are a significant driver of Ebola cases in past outbreaks.
- ▪Doctors are working to persuade communities to adopt safer funeral practices.
- ▪Changing cultural practices is a challenging but necessary step in controlling the outbreak.
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Africa Doctors in DRC work to dissuade traditional funeral practices amid Ebola outbreak May 26, 20264:46 AM ET By Gabrielle Emanuel Doctors in the Democratic Republic of Congo say slowing the spread of Ebola requires the hard task of persuading people to change funeral practices, a major driver of Ebola cases in past outbreaks. Sponsor Message Facebook Flipboard Email
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