Note: Single-source report; awaiting corroboration.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is actively engaged in responding to a rapidly evolving Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda. The agency is working closely with federal and international partners to prevent transmission and support affected countries' health ministries in their response efforts.
CDC Incident Manager Dr. Satish Pillai states that this outbreak requires sustained international coordination. The CDC is implementing enhanced travel screening measures, including exit screenings and entry restrictions, to prevent Ebola from entering the United States. Travel screening is currently operational at four US airports as part of domestic preparedness activities.
While the outbreak is serious and evolving, the CDC states that the risk to the United States remains low. The agency’s priorities are to stop transmission at the source, support affected nations and their neighbors, and ensure US readiness through partnerships and preparedness programs.
CDC’s ongoing collaborations in the region have enabled a swift response following the outbreak’s identification, accelerating response efforts in the DRC and Uganda and informing preparedness measures in the US. The agency continues to work across the US government and with key partners to manage and control the outbreak effectively.