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        <h2>Disaster Damage and Impact Assessment</h2>
        <p>The Yellow Fever outbreak in 2016 had a devastating impact on Angola and the DRC:</p><ul><li>Total suspected cases: 3,682</li><li>Confirmed cases: 877</li><li>Total deaths: 361</li><li>Spread across multiple provinces in both countries</li></ul>
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        <h2>How to Self-Rescue and Seek Help</h2>
        <p>During a yellow fever outbreak, individuals should take the following self-rescue measures:</p><ul><li>Get vaccinated against yellow fever if you are in or traveling to affected areas.</li><li>Use insect repellent and wear long sleeves and pants to prevent mosquito bites.</li><li>Stay indoors during peak mosquito activity times (dawn and dusk).</li><li>Seek medical attention immediately if experiencing symptoms like fever, chills, or jaundice.</li></ul>
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        <h2>Emergency Kit Preparation Tips</h2>
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            Below is a rough emergency preparation guide. Using Planbowl, you can <a href="https://www.planbowl.com">customize
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        <p>To prepare for a potential yellow fever outbreak, include the following items in your emergency kit:</p><ul><li>Yellow fever vaccination record</li><li>Insect repellent and mosquito nets</li><li>First-aid kit including fever-reducing medications</li><li>Bottled water and non-perishable food supplies</li><li>Emergency contact numbers and information</li></ul>
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The 2016 Yellow Fever outbreak in Angola and the DRC saw over 3,600 suspected cases and 361 deaths, affecting multiple provinces in both countries.

Yellow Fever Outbreak in Angola and DRC: 2016 Overview

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In early 2016, Angola and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) experienced a severe outbreak of yellow fever. The first cases were identified in Luanda province, Angola, in December 2015, and by July 2016, over 3,600 suspected cases and 361 deaths had been reported. The outbreak spread rapidly, affecting numerous provinces in both countries, with significant impacts on public health and requiring extensive international assistance.

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