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Sunday, August 24, 2014

Ebola: British National test positive in Sierra Leone as Ivory Coast closes its border



A British national residing in Sierra Leone has tested positive to the deadly Ebora virus. In accordance with a record released by the British Department of Health, medical experts were assessing the problem'to make sure that appropriate care is delivered ".The statement also added that Consular assistance has been provided to the Briton.

The Deputy Chief Medical Officer of the Department of Health, Professor John Watson said;
"The overall risk to the public in the UK continues to be very low. Medical experts are currently assessing the situation in Sierra Leone to ensure that appropriate care is provided. We have robust, well-developed and well-tested NHS systems for managing unusual infectious diseases when they arise, supported by a wide range of experts."

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