Top Ebola Doctor contracts the virus...

Discussion in 'Politics' started by jem, Jul 23, 2014.

  1. jem

    jem

    This guy sounds like a hero to me and I think deserving of our thoughts and prayers.

    http://www.reuters.com/article/2014...40723?feedType=RSS&feedName=worldNews&rpc=602


    "Khan, a Sierra Leonean virologist credited with treating more than 100 Ebola victims, has been transferred to a treatment ward run by medical charity Medecins Sans Frontieres, according to the statement released late on Tuesday by the president's office.

    Health Minister Miatta Kargbo called Khan a national hero and said she would "do anything and everything in my power to ensure he survives".

    Khan told Reuters in late June that he was worried about contracting Ebola. "I am afraid for my life, I must say, because I cherish my life," he said in an interview, showing no signs of ill health at the time.

    "Health workers are prone to the disease because we are the first port of call for somebody who is sickened by disease. Even with the full protective clothing you put on, you are at risk."

    Three days ago, three nurses working in the same Ebola treatment centre alongside Khan died from the disease."