Fake Rumors, Real Killings: Congo's Deadly Health Misinformation Crisis

Published Date: 08 May 2026

In a northeastern Congolese province, rumours rippled through villages claiming a mysterious illness had caused men's genitals to atrophy. The panic turned deadly within days.

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