A mystery illness has killed dozens of people in Congo. UN experts are now investigating

Disease X, a deadly illness in Congo, has killed 79 people and affected hundreds. It presents flu-like symptoms such as fever, coughing, and breathing difficulties. The first case was reported in late October. Over half of the cases are in children under five, with 17 fatalities in this age group.

What is the name of the illness that has caused numerous deaths in the Congo?

• Disease X

• Disease Z

• Disease W

• Disease Y

Which symptoms are associated with Disease X?

• Headache and nausea

• Rash and itching

• Stomach pain and vomiting

• Fever, coughing, and difficulty breathing

When was the first case of Disease X identified?

• Mid November

• Late October

• Early December

• Early September

What percentage of Disease X cases are found in children under five?

• One third

• Two thirds

• Just over half

• A quarter

How many children under five have died from Disease X?

• 25

• 17

• 10

• 30