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An American working in the #DRC tested positive for #Ebola, the US Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (#CDC) confirmed Monday. Authorities did not name the person. Earlier that day, the international charity Serge reported that a Christian missionary physician had “tested positive” after “presenting symptoms consistent with the virus.”

#PublicHealth #InfectiousDisease
https://www.cnn.com/2026/05/18/africa/ebola-outbreak-global-efforts-americans-intl-hnk?cid=ios_app

American infected with Ebola in DRC, as US moves to limit entry from virus-hit region

An international effort is underway to contain an Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and Uganda that has infected hundreds of people and caused dozens of suspected deaths, with the United States triggering a public health law to limit entry from the affected region.

CNN

Bich Nguyen 1h ago

"Career scientists at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) have been fired or left the agency, and there are far fewer people available to respond to outbreaks and to communicate with the public.

That has largely left political appointees in charge of updating the public."

https://thehill.com/policy/healthcare/5880824-hantavirus-trump-cdc-response/

#PublicHealth #hantavirus #outbreak #DOGE #CDC #USpol

Steve Thompson PhD 1h ago

HIV experts horrified as Republican President Donald Trump ends CDC support for PEPFAR programs: "PEPFAR... will crumble"

https://www.lgbtqnation.com/2026/05/hiv-experts-horrified-as-ends-cdc-support-for-pepfar-programs-pepfar-will-crumble/

#Trump #MAGA #HIV #CDC #PEPFAR #LGBTQ

HIV experts horrified as Trump ends CDC support for PEPFAR programs: "PEPFAR... will crumble" - LGBTQ Nation

The administration plans to charge countries for CDC support services.

LGBTQ Nation

Bich Nguyen 2h ago

"The Health and Human Services Department is moving hundreds of senior career staff to a new civil service classification that will make it easier to fire them."

https://www.politico.com/news/2026/05/15/rfk-civil-service-job-protections-00925102

#HHS #OMB #Project2025 #CDC #OPM #workers #WorkersRights #USpol

RFK Jr.’s department to make it easier to fire career staff

Managers received notices Friday that job classifications were changing.

Politico

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Faraiwe 4h ago

I heave a discreet* sigh, and rhetorically inquire/state that he is in his mid to late 20s, right?And he is likely - hopefully - working on his bachelors. Without waiting for his oral-breathing answer, I point out my wife is a nuclear physicist and I have worked with #USAMRIID and #CDC, when those institutions commanded automatic, immediate respect.

At least he was smart enough to STFU, thereafter.

Oy.

*no way, have you MET me??

2/2

Blaze Trends 12h ago

The CDC is mobilizing to safely extract a small number of Americans directly affected by the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The WHO declared the outbreak, driven by the rare Bundibugyo strain, a global health emergency. #Ebola #CDC #Congo #GlobalHealth
https://blazetrends.com/cdc-mobilizes-to-relocate-americans-exposed-to-ebola-outbreak-in-congo/?fsp_sid=15064

CDC Mobilizes to Relocate Americans Exposed to Ebola Outbreak in Congo

Health authorities are facing a rapidly expanding public health crisis in Central Africa, driven by the uncontained spread of the rare Bundibugyo strain of

Blaze Trends

KillBait News 12h ago

CDC Prepares Response as Ebola Outbreak in Congo Threatens International Health

📰 Original title: Americans may have been exposed in Congo Ebola outbreak

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CDC Prepares Response as Ebola Outbreak in Congo Threatens International Health

A significant Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda has prompted the World Health Organization to declare a public health emergency of international concern. In this outbreak, a small number of Americans may have been exposed to the virus. Officials indicate that at least one individual showing symptoms might require medical evacuation to receive proper care. The situation is considered unusual due to the size and severity of the outbreak, raising concerns among global health authorities. The CDC is reportedly mobilizing a response team to assist in containment efforts and provide necessary support to affected areas. Health experts emphasize that timely intervention and monitoring are critical to preventing further spread. The U.S. government is actively coordinating with international partners to ensure the safety of citizens and to support local containment measures. While Ebola outbreaks in Africa are not uncommon, the involvement of foreign nationals and the scale of this outbreak have elevated international attention. Officials continue to monitor the situation closely, focusing on early detection, treatment of patients, and measures to prevent further exposure to the virus.

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KillBait 12h ago

CDC Prepares Response as Ebola Outbreak in Congo Threatens International Health

📰 Original title: Americans may have been exposed in Congo Ebola outbreak

🤖 IA: It's clickbait ⚠️
👥 Users: It's clickbait ⚠️

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#health #ebola #outbreak #cdc

CDC Prepares Response as Ebola Outbreak in Congo Threatens International Health

A significant Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda has prompted the World Health Organization to declare a public health emergency of international concern. In this outbreak, a small number of Americans may have been exposed to the virus. Officials indicate that at least one individual showing symptoms might require medical evacuation to receive proper care. The situation is considered unusual due to the size and severity of the outbreak, raising concerns among global health authorities. The CDC is reportedly mobilizing a response team to assist in containment efforts and provide necessary support to affected areas. Health experts emphasize that timely intervention and monitoring are critical to preventing further spread. The U.S. government is actively coordinating with international partners to ensure the safety of citizens and to support local containment measures. While Ebola outbreaks in Africa are not uncommon, the involvement of foreign nationals and the scale of this outbreak have elevated international attention. Officials continue to monitor the situation closely, focusing on early detection, treatment of patients, and measures to prevent further exposure to the virus.

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