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Last update: 18 minutes agoEbola Alarm: WHO has declared the Central Africa Ebola outbreak a Public Health Emergency of International Concern, warning of rapid spread across borders and overwhelmed health systems—especially worrying because the Bundibugyo strain has no targeted vaccine or treatment, pushing response efforts toward early detection, contact tracing, and safe burials. Psychedelics Push: In the U.S., Trump has fast-tracked FDA review of ibogaine, a Central Africa–derived psychedelic, as veterans’ groups press for help with PTSD and traumatic brain injuries—while researchers also point to possible benefits for opioid withdrawal. Wildlife & Food Pressure: A new Central Africa study finds wild meat consumption has risen sharply, driven by growing cities, with 31% of wild species at risk—raising the stakes for both health and conservation. Local Health Risks: A supplement called NeuroZen is under investigation after consumer complaints and “ear health” claims, with regulators urging caution. Conservation Hope: A one-handed western lowland gorilla in Congo has been filmed with a second newborn, offering a rare bright spot for reintroduction efforts.
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