American doctor working in Congo tests positive for Ebola
An American doctor working in the Democratic Republic of the Congo has tested positive for Ebola. The doctor is being transported to Germany for treatment, according to the CDC. The ongoing outbreak has resulted in over 250 suspected cases and 80 suspected deaths in the region.
- ▪An American doctor has a confirmed case of Ebola in Congo.
- ▪The CDC reported that the doctor is being taken to Germany for treatment.
- ▪There are more than 250 suspected cases and 80 suspected deaths related to the outbreak in Congo and Uganda.
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U.S. American doctor working in Congo tests positive for Ebola, CDC and aid group say By Nicole Brown Chau Nicole Brown Chau Deputy Managing Editor Nicole Brown Chau is a deputy managing editor for CBSNews.com. She writes and edits national news, health stories, explainers and more. Read Full Bio Nicole Brown Chau May 18, 2026 / 2:29 PM EDT / CBS News Add CBS News on Google An American doctor working with a medical missionary organization in the Democratic Republic of the Congo has a confirmed case of Ebola, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and a Christian missions organization said Monday. The individual was being taken to Germany for treatment, the CDC said.
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