The World Health Organization says the Ebola outbreak in central Africa had a “big head-start,” with the public health response now “catching up.” The WHO statement highlights that early conditions allow the virus to spread before containment measures can take effect. It also points to the effects of “blanket travel restrictions,” saying such broad limits disrupt supply chains and make it harder to deliver needed medical and logistical support. In the reporting, Ebola is described as having killed 61 people, though the WHO’s broader message focuses less on a single figure and more on the operational challenges shaping the response. The WHO’s characterization suggests that while efforts are underway, constraints on movement and goods are slowing key activities such as transporting supplies and coordinating care. Overall, the accounts reflect the WHO’s view that delays at the start and current logistical barriers affect the pace of containment and treatment, even as the response expands.