US says American contracted Ebola in Congo as CDC announces new travel screening measures
Summary
A U.S. citizen working in the Democratic Republic of Congo has contracted Ebola and is being evacuated to Germany for treatment. In response to the Ebola outbreaks in Congo and Uganda, U.S. health authorities are introducing travel screening and restrictions for people arriving from the affected regions.Key Facts
- An American worker in Congo tested positive for Ebola and showed symptoms over a weekend.
- The CDC and Department of Homeland Security are adding health checks for travelers from Congo, Uganda, and South Sudan.
- Non-U.S. citizens who have been in these countries within the last 21 days face entry restrictions to the U.S.
- Around 25 Americans work in the Congo CDC office; some are being evacuated or monitored.
- The Ebola outbreak in the Congo and Uganda involves the Bundibugyo strain, which has no specific vaccine or treatment and a death rate of 25-50%.
- There have been 10 confirmed Ebola cases, 336 suspected cases, and 88 deaths, including at least four health workers.
- The CDC considers the risk to the general U.S. public low but is closely watching the situation.
- The current health measures will be reviewed after 30 days and updated if needed.
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