DR Congo initiates Ebola vaccine trials for frontline health workers

Democratic Republic of Congo (DR Congo) has begun vaccine trials for frontline health workers amid an ongoing Ebola outbreak. The initiative involves enrolling 20,000 health workers in a one-year clinical trial, according to Al Jazeera English. Additionally, 50,000 frontline staff are set to receive a jab for a different Ebola strain. These measures come as the death toll from the outbreak continues to rise. The trials aim to protect those at highest risk of exposure and contribute to the broader effort to contain the virus. The program highlights the country's proactive approach in addressing the crisis, with a focus on safeguarding healthcare personnel who are critical to managing the outbreak.