CDC Issues Amended Order Restricting Entry from Ebola-Affected Countries (cdc.gov)

• 30-day suspension of entry for non-US citizens from DRC, Uganda, South Sudan
• Applies to those present in these countries within last 21 days
• Exceptions for US citizens, military, and humanitarian cases
• Based on Bundibugyo virus outbreak in DRC and Uganda
• Aims to allow time for risk assessment and containment planning

"The US CDC issued an amended order suspending entry of non-US citizens from DRC, Uganda, and South Sudan for 30 days to prevent introduction of Ebola (Bundibugyo virus). The order applies to those who have been in these countries within the last 21 days. Exceptions include US citizens, military personnel, and humanitarian cases. The measure aims to allow time for a comprehensive risk assessment and containment planning."