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Primer caso de ébola fuera de África: un trabajador humanitario que viajó de República Democrática del Congo a Francia
By CNN Newsource at KVIA ABC-7
· June 24, 2026
· 4 min read
Por Lauren Kent y Joseph Ataman, CNN
Un paciente dio positivo por ébola en Francia tras regresar de una misión humanitaria en una zona de la República Democrática del Congo (RDC) donde circula el virus, informó este miércoles el Ministerio de Salud francés.
Este es el primer caso reportado en...
Key takeaway Al menos 277 personas han fallecido en la RDC y dos en Uganda, según los últimos datos de la Organización Mundial de la Salud.
Why this matters in The El Paso
El Pasoans who travel or have loved ones traveling to or from Africa should be aware of the Ebola outbreak and its potential global implications. Although the current case in France is an isolated incident, it highlights the need for vigilance and preparedness in the event of a potential outbreak. El Paso 's proximity to the US-Mexico border and its role as a major transportation hub make it essential for local health authorities to be proactive in monitoring and responding to infectious disease threats. The city's health department should review its protocols for handling potential Ebola cases and ensure that healthcare workers are trained to identify and respond to the virus. Additionally, El Pasoans who work in humanitarian or healthcare fields and travel to affected areas should be aware of the risks and take necessary precautions to protect themselves and others.
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Published: June 24, 2026 ·
Source: KVIA ABC-7 ·
Reading time: 4 min
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What is this story about? Por Lauren Kent y Joseph Ataman, CNN
Un paciente dio positivo por ébola en Francia tras regresar de una misión humanitaria en una zona de la República Democrática del Congo (RDC) donde circula el virus, informó este miércoles el Ministerio de Salud francés.
Este es el primer caso reportado en...
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