A mysterious flu-like illness known as “Disease X” has seen over 400 reported cases in the Democratic Republic of the Congo since late October. Symptoms include fever, headache, cough, runny nose, and body aches. A significant number of cases involve children under five. The World Health Organization (WHO) has dispatched a health team to investigate and address the outbreak.
A 50-year-old man who contracted the disease while traveling to Congo for business in Italy is reported to have recovered from the illness. The WHO’s rapid response team aims to provide assistance and support to affected areas in the region, helping to contain the spread of Disease X.
Source: https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-12-08/-disease-x-outbreak-widens-as-un-sends-health-team-to-congo