The epidemic – the second-largest and fastest-spreading on record – was caused by the rare Bundibugyo strain of the virus, for which there are no approved vaccines or treatments.
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August 4, 2026The epidemic – the second-largest and fastest-spreading on record – was caused by the rare Bundibugyo strain of the virus, for which there are no approved vaccines or treatments.