The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) has continued to expand, with health authorities reporting 676 confirmed cases, including 136 deaths. This development has raised concerns for Uganda's border security, as the country shares a border with the DRC. The Ugandan government has tightened border controls to prevent the spread of the disease. The outbreak has been hampered by weak contact tracing, insecurity, and funding gaps, which have undermined efforts to contain the disease. The World Health Organization (WHO) has warned that the outbreak has the potential to spread to neighboring countries, including Uganda. The Ugandan government has increased surveillance and screening at border points, and has also set up emergency response teams to respond to any potential cases. The situation is being closely monitored, and the government has assured citizens that it is taking all necessary measures to prevent the spread of the disease.
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