American doctor <\/a>working in central Africa is being treated for Ebola, Mayer says the likelihood of spread to the United States is low.<\/p>\n“We’ve been fairly effective at following people that may be at risk for having the disease, or it may have been potentially exposed, or from high-risk areas into certain airports, certain regions,” Mayer said.<\/p>\n
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is urging doctors to screen for any potential Ebola infections in travelers from the outbreak countries, and non-U.S. passport holders coming from the areas face entry restrictions.<\/p>\n
Years ago, the U.S. was able to successfully contain Ebola. COVID was different because it’s a respiratory virus that spreads more easily. But, Dr. Mayer says the experience gained from pandemic put the scientific community in a better place to deal with future outbreaks.<\/p>\n
“I think for this particular outbreak in Uganda, if we do see a case, I think we’ll be very well-prepared,” Mayer said.<\/p>\n
The Illinois Department of Public Health says it will continue to have discussions with the CDC about screenings at ports of departure from affected countries into the U.S.<\/p>\n
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