The California Department of Public health (CDPH) has released a Health Update about the outbreak of Ebola virus disease in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and Uganda.
On May 15, 2026, the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and the Republic of Uganda officially declared an outbreak of Bundibugyo virus disease (BVD), a type of Ebola disease caused by Bundibugyo virus. WHO has declared the Ebola disease outbreaks in DRC and Uganda to be a public health emergency of international concern.
As of June 15, DRC has reported 808 confirmed cases and 192 deaths; Uganda has reported 19 confirmed cases, 2 confirmed deaths, and one probable death. No suspected, probable, or confirmed cases related to these outbreaks have been reported within the United States. Further, there are no returned travelers in California who are high-risk exposures. At this time, CDC and CDPH assess the immediate risk to the general US public as low.
This update summarizes recommendations for clinicians and infection prevention and control measures, and travel monitoring guidance.
Healthcare providers should be alert for patients with symptoms compatible with Ebola virus disease and recent travel to affected areas.
Clinicians should contact Public Health immediately if Ebola is suspected:
