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American who contracted Ebola in DR Congo evacuated for treatment, CDC says
American who contracted Ebola in DR Congo evacuated for treatment, CDC says11 minutes agoShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleMadeline HalpertGetty ImagesAn American tested positive for Ebola after being exposed while working with a medical missionary group in the Democratic Republic of Congo, US officials said on Monday. The American is being evacuated to Germany for treatment after developing symptoms over the weekend, said Dr Satish Pillai, Ebola response incident manager with the US Centers fo...
Ebola outbreak: How is the virus transmitted, what are the symptoms, and can it be treated?
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CDC confirms one American working in Congo tested positive for Ebola
The CDC confirmed one American who was working in Congo tested positive for Ebola after becoming symptomatic. A CDC spokesman said the person and other high-risk contacts will be moved to Germany for treatment and monitoring. NBC News medical reporter Dr. Akshay Syal has details on the announcement.
How A Leadership Change At The FDA Could Impact Daily Lives
InnovationHealthcareHow A Leadership Change At The FDA Could Impact Daily LivesByBrian Castrucci,Contributor.Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Brian Castrucci is the president & CEO of the de Beaumont Foundation.Follow AuthorMay 18, 2026, 02:54pm EDT--:-- / --:--This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.FDA approved concept. Rubber stamp with FDA and pills on craft paper. 3d illustrationgettyMarty...
American Doctor Catches Ebola During African Outbreak, CDC Says
BreakingBusinessAmerican Doctor Catches Ebola During African Outbreak, CDC SaysByMary Whitfill Roeloffs,Forbes Staff. Mary Roeloffs is a Forbes breaking news reporter covering pop culture.Follow AuthorMay 18, 2026, 02:45pm EDT--:-- / --:--This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.ToplineU.S. health officials have confirmed an American doctor working in the Democratic Republic of the Congo caught Ebola during an ongoing outbreak that...
American working in Congo tests positive for Ebola, CDC says
Health newsAmerican working in Congo tests positive for Ebola, CDC says The person was exposed as part of their work in Congo and developed symptoms over the weekend, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.Listen to this article with a free account00:0000:00A visitor washes his hands before entering Kyeshero Hospital at a checkpoint as part of Ebola prevention measures, in Goma, Democratic Republic of the Congo, on Monday.Jospin Mwisha / AFP via Getty ImagesShareAdd NBC News...
American doctor working in Congo tests positive for Ebola
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 c...
US says American contracted Ebola in Congo as CDC announces new travel screening measures
Health officials to take ‘proactive measures’ in response to the ongoing Ebola virus epidemic in the DRC and UgandaSign up for the Breaking News US newsletter emailUS health authorities confirmed on Monday that an American has developed Ebola after being exposed during their work in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC); officials also said that they are taking “proactive measures” to protect US citizens in response to the ongoing Ebola virus epidemic in the DRC and Uganda.Officials with the Ce...
Why Health Technology Investment Shouldn’t Wait
BusinessWhy Health Technology Investment Shouldn’t WaitByDr. Beh Chun Chuan,Forbes Books Author.for Forbes BooksAUTHOR POSTExpertise and opinions of authors published by ForbesBooks. Imprint operated under license. | Paid ProgramMay 18, 2026, 02:16pm EDT--:-- / --:--This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.The next wave of innovations, from AI to wearables and real-time diagnostics, is already reshaping healthcare.gettyWhen I first...
Pregnant Vogue Williams shows off her bump in a pink strapless dress as she and Spencer Matthews lead the celebrity charge at day one of the Chelsea Flower Show
Pregnant Vogue Williams shows off her bump in a pink strapless dress as she and Spencer Matthews lead the celebrity charge at day one of the Chelsea Flower ShowHave YOU got a story? Email tips@dailymail.com Sign up for our Spotlight newsletter, direct from our Showbiz expert Katie Hind - and we'll also send you an eye-opening exclusive article revealing the 20 rudest celebrities she's ever met. Get it HERE By AMELIA WYNNE, SHOWBUSINESS REPORTER and GERAINT LLEWELLYN, SHOWBUSINESS REPORTER Publis...
Does your work pension fund risk falling short in retirement?
Why YOUR work pension could be doomed: What to do if you are in one of the 'lifestyle' funds leaving millions of savers short just BEFORE they retireBy PATRICK TOOHER, CONSULTANT CITY EDITOR Updated: 17:52, 18 May 2026 e-mail 41 View comments
Flawed tests and funerals allowed Ebola to spread undetected in Congo
By the time health officials confirmed new Ebola infections in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo last week, the total number of suspected cases meant the outbreak was already one of the largest on record. A series of challenges and missteps delayed detection, two Congolese officials familiar with the response told Reuters, allowing the disease to spread undetected into rebel-held territory in the east and across the border to the capital of Uganda. Local funeral practices helped the virus spr...
U.S. announces Ebola-related travel restrictions amid outbreak in Congo, Uganda
U.S. U.S. announces Ebola-related travel restrictions amid outbreak in Congo, Uganda By Alex Sundby Alex Sundby Senior Editor Alex Sundby is a senior editor at CBSNews.com. In addition to editing content, Alex also covers breaking news, writing about crime and severe weather as well as everything from multistate lottery jackpots to the July Fourth hot dog eating contest. Read Full Bio Alex Sundby May 18, 2026 / 12:06 PM EDT / CBS News Add CBS News on Google The Trump administration announced Mon...
Twisha death case: CCTV shows her heading to terrace; husband, others attempt CPR later
A chilling CCTV video shows Twisha Sharma ascending to her terrace shortly before her death in Bhopal. Her husband, Samarth Singh, is absconding, with a reward offered. The case has taken a turn as the mother-in-law, a retired judge, claims Twisha had psychiatric issues and substance abuse problems, contradicting dowry harassment allegations.
Firm fined after North Sea worker fell to death through hole in rig
Firm fined after North Sea worker fell to death through hole in rig37 minutes agoShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleKen BanksNorth east Scotland reporter, Aberdeen Sheriff CourtCOPFSA missing section of grating was found outside a doorA company has been fined £287,000 after an offshore worker fell to his death through a hole on a North Sea rig.Jason Thomas, from Newport in Wales, was reported missing from the Valaris 121 about 100 miles (161km) south east of Aberdeen in 2023. The jackup rig had...
U.S. Issues New Ebola Travel Restrictions
BreakingBusinessU.S. Issues New Ebola Travel RestrictionsByMary Whitfill Roeloffs,Forbes Staff. Mary Roeloffs is a Forbes breaking news reporter covering pop culture.Follow AuthorMay 18, 2026, 11:10am EDT--:-- / --:--This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.ToplineAmerican health and travel agencies on Monday instituted new travel restrictions surrounding an Ebola outbreak in Africa that has killed at least 100 people and triggered...
Actor Russell Andrews reveals ALS diagnosis
U.S. newsActor Russell Andrews reveals ALS diagnosisAndrews, 64, said that he was diagnosed with the neurological disorder also known as Lou Gehrig’s disease last fall.Russell Andrews on CNN's "The Story Is with Elex Michaelson."CNNShareAdd NBC News to GoogleMay 18, 2026, 11:09 AM EDTBy David K. LiActor Russell Andrews, whose credits include “Better Call Saul,” “Grey’s Anatomy” and “Insecure,” said over the weekend that he has been diagnosed with ALS. Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unl...
Melbourne psychiatrist refuses new patients who don’t consent to AI note-taking
Registration form informs patients that if they do not wish AI to be used, they will need their referring doctor to refer them to a different service providerGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastA Melbourne psychiatrist has refused new patients unless they agree to allow her to use an AI scribe to transcribe the conversations in their sessions.AI-driven note taking tools are becoming popular within the medical industry – with two in five general practitioners now using such...
Australia’s social media ban preventing teens from accessing the news, research finds
Half of the teens who have been blocked say they are seeing less news than before – but they are not necessarily going back to traditional sourcesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastAustralia’s social media ban is preventing teens from accessing news, a new study has found, with half of the teens who have been blocked saying they’re seeing less news than before.Two-thirds of under-16s have remained on social media platforms since the ban came into effect in December. But f...
'Twisha confessed': Mother-in-law's big drugs during pregnancy charge; says parents disowned her
Noida woman Twisha Sharma was found dead at her marital home in Bhopal, with her mother-in-law alleging psychiatric issues and drug use. Twisha's family claims dowry harassment and murder, refusing the body and demanding a second post-mortem. Police are investigating and have announced a reward for her absconding husband.