Possible Ebola Case in Israel After Return From Congo, Patient Isolated at Rambam

Israel’s Health Ministry said it received a report of a person suspected of having Ebola who returned to Israel three days ago from the Democratic Republic of Congo. The individual sought medical treatment after developing a fever and headache.

Officials stressed that, at this stage, this is only a suspicion. "The required tests are being carried out now and the results are expected within the next 24 hours," the ministry said. The patient is being treated in isolation according to professional protocols and based on the assessment made.

The person is being transferred to Rambam Medical Center, which has been designated as a special facility for receiving suspected cases of this type. At the same time, an epidemiological investigation is underway to identify anyone who may have been in contact with the patient.