Unknown disease in Congo is found to be severe malaria

A severe form of malaria, presenting as a respiratory illness and exacerbated by malnutrition, has claimed over 140 lives in the Democratic Republic of Congo's Kwango province. Since October 2020, 592 cases have been reported with a 6.2% fatality rate. Respiratory symptoms arise from various malaria-related complications, including pulmonary edema and anemia, demanding immediate medical intervention.

Congo’s Mystery Illness Identified as Severe Malaria

africa.com - 19/Dec 06:35

The Democratic Republic of Congo’s Health Ministry has identified a mystery illness in Kwango province as a severe form of malaria presenting as a...

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vietnamnews.vn - 17/Dec 10:47

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rt.com - 18/Dec 11:59

Health authorities in Congo have identified the mystery illness as severe malaria Read Full Article at RT.com

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healthpolicy-watch.news - 20/Dec 06:00

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healthpolicy-watch.news - 09/Dec 14:35

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africa.com - 18/Dec 06:18

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medindia.net - 09/Dec 05:13

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washingtontimes.com - 11/Dec 15:51

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