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The WHO has examined samples from 13 suspected cases; some tested positive for malaria, but no definitive pathogen has been identified. The remote geography of the affected regions—coupled with the Congo's fragile healthcare infrastructure—poses a significant risk for the outbreak to spread further within the country. Past outbreaks, including a mysterious flu-like illness last year that resulted in over 140 deaths, have demonstrated the nation's vulnerability.
International health agencies warn about the urgent need for high-level intervention to contain this new threat before it escalates into a broader epidemic. While there's no current evidence of risk to global health, experts advise vigilance and continued research to identify the source and nature of this novel disease.