The Hidden Victims of Ebola: How Outbreaks Endanger Diabetic Patients
The Ebola outbreak not only claims lives directly but also indirectly endangers patients with chronic diseases by disrupting routine healthcare. Through the real story of a young diabetic man in DRC, this article reveals how lockdowns, transport disruptions, and overwhelmed health systems can push insulin-dependent patients into crisis, and explores how to sustain chronic disease care during public health emergencies.