Uganda Says It’s Not Aware of Ebola Clinics Promised by U.S.
The New York Times • • general
Key Points:
- Ugandan authorities stated they were unaware of U.S. plans to fund treatment clinics for the Ebola outbreak in the region, indicating confusion over international coordination efforts.
- The U.S. State Department announced funding for up to 50 clinics in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda through the UN's humanitarian office to support outbreak containment.
- The Ebola outbreak began this month in Congo’s northeastern Ituri Province and has been declared a public health emergency of international concern by the WHO.
- Uganda's health ministry denied any communication with the U.S. about the clinics, suggesting the plans might be for Congo or a future initiative.