The World Health Organization (WHO) has announced that the number of suspected Ebola cases under investigation has fallen to 116 after hundreds of previously reported cases were ruled out through laboratory testing and epidemiological assessments.
Health officials said extensive screening, contact tracing, and diagnostic efforts helped determine that many suspected patients were not infected with the Ebola virus. The revised figures provide a clearer picture of the outbreak and allow health authorities to focus resources on confirmed and high-risk cases.
WHO noted that surveillance activities remain ongoing, with response teams continuing to monitor affected communities, identify potential contacts, and strengthen infection prevention measures. Health workers have also intensified public awareness campaigns to encourage early reporting of symptoms and reduce the risk of transmission.
Despite the decline in suspected cases, WHO emphasized that the outbreak response is far from over. The organization urged governments, healthcare providers, and international partners to remain vigilant and maintain robust disease surveillance systems.
Public health experts say the reduction in suspected cases reflects improvements in testing capacity and outbreak investigation procedures rather than an immediate end to the health threat. Continued monitoring will be essential to prevent further spread and ensure that any new cases are detected quickly.
WHO reaffirmed its commitment to supporting national health authorities through technical assistance, medical supplies, and coordination of international response efforts as the situation continues to evolve.
