Frieden led the agency during the 2014-2016 outbreak
— Frieden led the agency during the 2014-2016 outbreak
by , MD, MS, MA, Editor-in-Chief, MedPage Today
May 20, 2026
• 1 min read
A fast-moving Ebola outbreak in Congo has led to nearly 600 suspected cases and 139 deaths, prompting the World Health Organization to declare a public health emergency of international concern.
Infectious disease physician led the agency during the 2014-2016 outbreak in Africa
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