A recently discovered illness, known as "Disease X," has struck the Democratic Republic of the Congo, infecting over 400 people, predominantly children. The symptoms of Disease X mimic those of common illnesses such as the flu, measles and respiratory infections, making accurate diagnosis difficult. The World Health Organization and the Africa Centers for Disease Control and Prevention have dispatched … Continue reading Mystery “Disease X” strikes Congo, targeting mostly vulnerable children
Dr. Eddy Bettermann MD 