Rapid response team to aid hospitals for new Ebola cases
CDC plans immediate on site Ebola response teams for any hospital diagnosing a new case. The team will review isolation rooms protective gear waste handling and decontamination. Director Frieden said teams will be on site within hours to protect health workers.
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Plasma Transfusions Offer Ebola Antibody Aid
A Dallas nurse received plasma from Dr Kent Brantly who had Ebola after surviving. The plasma from a recovered donor provides antibodies to help fight the virus while patients develop their own defenses. Plasma transfusion uses donor antibodies and requires compatible blood types. ZMapp supplies have run out, prompting consideration of plasma as an alternative.
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Ebola patient cared for by large hospital team
About 70 staff at Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital assisted in the care of Thomas Eric Duncan including a nurse who later contracted Ebola. Medical records show extensive procedures as authorities seek to broaden close monitoring after a possible protocol breach is suspected.
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Nurse Knew Risks of Working With Ebola In Dallas
A Texas nurse Nina Pham who cared for Thomas Duncan contracted Ebola despite protective gear. Family friend Christina Tran said Pham reassured her mother no worry as she fought the illness. Pham stated she was doing well and grateful for support as hospital leaders expressed hope and ongoing care.
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Too soon Ebola Halloween sparks costume controversy
New York reports prompt debate as Ebola themed costumes trend on Halloween. Social media buzz follows, with mixed reactions from professionals and shoppers. A Dallas nurse age 26 who treated an Ebola patient adds voices caution while retailers reuse yellow hazmat gear from last year.
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Dallas
United States
McKenna
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