A major Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo, caused by the Bundibugyo strain, is now the largest on record, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Concerns are rising that the official case numbers are an undercount due to diminishing contact tracing capabilities. The humanitarian organization Oxfam reports a breakdown in hygiene infrastructure is exacerbating the situation. This signifies a critical failure in the initial response to contain the virus. Experts fear the outbreak is spiraling out of control, overwhelming local healthcare systems. The situation highlights the challenges of disease control in regions with fragile infrastructure and limited resources. Further international assistance may be required to effectively combat the spread.