First Ebola Case Diagnosed in the U.S., CDC to Hold Briefing

Why it matters locally: The District of Columbia's public health infrastructure, including DC FEMS and the Executive Office of the Mayor, may coordinate with federal health authorities on preparedness protocols as the CDC investigates the case.

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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) confirmed the diagnosis of the first Ebola case in the United States. Federal health officials announced plans to hold a media briefing regarding the case. Specific details regarding the patient or location of the diagnosis have not yet been released.