Ebola: Medical Evacuation from DRC of a British Citizen (written statement)
What happened
The Health Secretary gave Parliament a written update on a British citizen receiving Ebola treatment at the Royal Free Hospital in London after a medical evacuation from the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
What it means for you: Most households need no action. You can read official NHS and UKHSA guidance on Ebola if you want to understand the risk.
Official source: UK Parliament (written ministerial statements): Ebola: Medical Evacuation from DRC of a British Citizen (written statement)
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