Brit with Ebola in DRC to be treated in UK
Brit with Ebola in DRC to be treated in UK

A British citizen who tested positive for Ebola in the Democratic Republic of Congo will be treated in the UK, it is understood.

Foreign Office Statement

The Foreign Office said that the risk to the UK public is still low.

A spokesperson said: "A British citizen currently in ‌the DRC has tested positive for Ebola. The risk ⁠to the UK ⁠public from Ebola remains low."

Evacuation and Treatment

It is understood the patient will be treated in the UK after being evacuated from the DRC.

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