CDC: Second US citizen tests positive for Ebola in DR Congo amid record outbreak

Published Jul 12, 06:36 PM UTC

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A US citizen working for a humanitarian organization in the Democratic Republic of Congo has tested positive for the Ebola virus, according to the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). This case occurs during a record outbreak of the disease in the country. The individual is the second American to contract Ebola in the region during this outbreak. The patient is receiving medical care, and health authorities are working to trace contacts and prevent further spread. The outbreak has been ongoing for months, with thousands of cases reported, making it the second-largest Ebola outbreak in history. The CDC and other international health organizations are assisting local authorities in containment efforts.

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Multiple news outlets report a new case amid ongoing outbreak

A U.S. citizen working in the Democratic Republic of Congo has tested positive for the Ebola virus, according to reports from several major news organizations.

Key Details

The individual is a U.S. citizen who was working for a humanitarian organization in the DRC.
The case was confirmed by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
The infection occurred amid a record outbreak of Ebola in the region.

Sources

Fox News: "Another US citizen tests positive for Ebola virus while working in Congo amid record outbreak"
CNN: "US citizen working in DR Congo tests positive for Ebola"
Reuters: "US citizen in Congo tests positive for Ebola virus, US CDC says"
CBS News: "U.S. citizen working for humanitarian organization in Congo tests positive for Ebola, CDC says"
The New York Times: "U.S. Citizen Tests Positive for Ebola in Democratic Republic of Congo"

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