A recent update on the Ebola outbreak in eastern Congo has been released. The number of confirmed cases has surpassed 1,000, with a total of 1,003 cases reported. This outbreak has resulted in 254 deaths, according to officials.

On a more positive note, 100 people have recovered from the disease. Further information on the outbreak, including its concentration in the Ituri province, is available from Congo's Ministry, which declared the outbreak on May 15. For more details, readers can refer to the original statement from authorities in Congo.