Organization says doc with Ebola showing ‘slight improvement’

[magical thyme]

Dr. Kent Brantly, the physician with Ebola virus who completed his residency in Fort Worth, has shown slight improvement in the past 24 hours, according to the charity involved in his care in West Africa.

But he remains in serious condition in Liberia, according to a statement released by Samaritan’s Purse Wednesday afternoon.

Brantly is receiving IV fluids, pain management and other supportive care in the fight for his life against the Ebola virus, a spokesperson with the missionary group, told the Star-Telegram Wednesday morning.

Read more here: http://www.star-telegram.com/2014/07/30/6005767/group-that-employs-brantly-orders.html#storylink=cpy


Per the article, both Americans are experiencing vomiting, diarrhea and fever.

[Texasgal]

1. I hope he heals!

What an amazing guy! He is an inspiration to all of us Medical workers!

[Baclava]

2. Supportive care in early detection is the best hope

Wish him all the best.

[Squinch]

3. I wonder if he is immune if he recovers.