American Doctor Catches Ebola During African Outbreak, CDC Says

BreakingBusinessAmerican Doctor Catches Ebola During African Outbreak, CDC SaysByMary Whitfill Roeloffs,Forbes Staff. Mary Roeloffs is a Forbes breaking news reporter covering pop culture.Follow AuthorMay 18, 2026, 02:45pm EDT--:-- / --:--This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.ToplineU.S. health officials have confirmed an American doctor working in the Democratic Republic of the Congo caught Ebola during an ongoing outbreak that has killed dozens of people and prompted evacuation efforts for several Americans traveling in the region. A health worker overseas health screening for all visitors and patients entering Kyeshero Hospital in Goma on May 18, 2026.AFP via Getty ImagesKey FactsThe American is being transported to Germany for care, according to Satish Pillai, an incident manager for the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s Ebola response. This is a developing story and will be updated. Got a tip? Share confidential information with Forbes.Editorial StandardsReprints & PermissionsLOADING VIDEO PLAYER...FORBES’ FEATURED Video