Global Health System's Structural Vulnerabilities Exacerbate Ebola Outbreak in DRC
Original framing: “WHO declares Ebola outbreak in DRC a global health emergency” — Al Jazeera
The DRC's experience with Ebola is not new, with previous outbreaks occurring in 1976 and 1995. The current outbreak is a result of the structural weaknesses in the global health system, which have been exacerbated by colonialism and neoliberal economic policies. A deeper understanding of the historical context is necessary to address the root causes of the outbreak.
The global health system's structural vulnerabilities have exacerbated the Ebola outbreak in the DRC, highlighting the need for a more equitable and resilient global health system.
The outbreak is a manifestation of the spiritual imbalance that pervades modern society, and the global response must be informed by a deeper understanding of the trickster's power and the need for creative and unconventional solutions. The perspectives of local communities and healthcare workers must be centre stage in the global response to the outbreak, and the global health system must prioritize the strengthening of local healthcare systems, the incorporation of indigenous knowledge, and the addressing of structural causes.