A US citizen working in the Democratic Republic of Congo has tested positive for Ebola, becoming the second American infected during the current outbreak in the DRC. This individual has been sent to Germany for medical care, rather than being treated in the US. The Ebola outbreak, declared on May 15, has resulted in 1,926 reported cases and 702 deaths as of July 12. The outbreak is caused by the Bundibugyo strain of Ebolavirus, making it the third largest on record. The US has implemented travel restrictions and has not facilitated the repatriation of citizens exposed to the virus, despite having facilities capable of treating Ebola patients.
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US Citizen Infected with Ebola Sent to Germany for Treatment
A US citizen has tested positive for Ebola while working in the Democratic Republic of Congo and has been sent to Germany for treatment. The ongoing outbreak, declared on May 15, has resulted in nearly 2,000 cases and over 700 deaths. The US has not repatriated infected citizens, despite having treatment facilities available.
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US continues to shun Ebola-infected citizens; second American sent to Germany
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US Citizen Infected with Ebola Sent to Germany for Treatment