Second US Citizen with Ebola Transferred to Germany from DRC
A second United States citizen, who was engaged in humanitarian work in the Democratic Republic of Congo, has tested positive for the Ebola virus and has been transported to Germany for medical treatment. This marks the second American to be sent abroad for care during the DRC's significant Ebola outbreak, despite the US having facilities designed to treat such patients. The individual is reportedly in good condition at a hospital in Frankfurt.
A United States citizen involved in humanitarian efforts in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has tested positive for Ebola. This individual has been sent to Germany for medical care, making them the second American to be treated there rather than in the US during the current outbreak.
The Ebola outbreak in the DRC, declared on May 15, is currently the third largest on record and continues to expand. As of July 12, the DRC has reported 1,926 cases and 702 deaths. The outbreak is attributed to the Bundibugyo strain of Ebolavirus.
Under the current US administration, an approach described as isolationist has been implemented. This has involved strict travel restrictions and the blocking of repatriation for citizens exposed to or infected with the virus.
This policy is in place despite the US possessing multiple facilities nationwide equipped to safely monitor and provide high-quality care for Ebola patients in such situations.
(Source: Ars Technica)
