American tests positive for Ebola as outbreak spreads in Africa
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Coverage diverges primarily in the emphasis on the broader context of the Ebola outbreak. While CBS News and NBC News focus on the individual case, The Globe and Mail highlights the ongoing crisis in Congo, noting that deaths have…
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An American aid worker exposed to Ebola in the Democratic Republic of Congo has tested positive and is being transferred to Germany for treatment, according to the CDC. The U.S. says six additional exposed citizens will also be evacuated. NBC News’ Maggie Vespa reports.
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An American aid worker exposed to Ebola in the Democratic Republic of Congo has tested positive and is being transferred to Germany for treatment, according to the CDC. The U.S. says six additional exposed citizens will also be evacuated. NBC News’ Maggie Vespa reports.May 18, 2026
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