CDC confirms American in Congo tested positive for Ebola
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CDC confirmed one American working in Congo tested positive for Ebola and will be moved to Germany for treatment and monitoring.
WHO:CDC
WHAT:CDC confirmed an American working in Congo tested positive for Ebola and said the person and high-risk contacts will be moved to Germany for treatment and monitoring.
WHEN:May 18, 2026 at 3:05 PM ET
WHERE:Congo
WHY:The person became symptomatic after working in Congo.
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