Dr. Peter Stafford, a U.S. physician, has been discharged from a hospital in Germany after successfully recovering from Ebola. Dr. Stafford was infected while on a humanitarian mission in Congo with the missionary group Serge. He was flown to Berlin for treatment on May 20.
Charité hospital in Berlin, recognized as one of Europe’s leading medical facilities, administered care to Stafford. He received antiviral therapy and supportive medical measures during the initial phase of his treatment. His condition showed steady improvement over time.
According to a statement from Charité, Stafford’s viral load saw a significant reduction thanks to the treatment. Since May 30, follow-up tests have consistently detected no presence of the virus. Following the absence of symptoms for over 72 hours and negative results from repeated PCR tests, the local health authority lifted his isolation at noon.
Dr. Stafford’s wife, Rebekah, also a doctor, and their four children were evacuated and quarantined as a precaution. Remarkably, they did not develop any Ebola symptoms. The family was reunited on Saturday.
“The initially high viral load decreased substantially under antiviral treatment and supportive care,” stated Charité hospital.
The Bundibugyo ebolavirus outbreak in Congo has reached Uganda, prompting concern among health officials. This strain is less prevalent than the Zaire strain and currently lacks vaccines or specific treatments.
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