US Ebola patients out of hospital

Friday, August 22, 2014

One of the US aid workers who recovered from an Ebola infection is "thrilled to be alive" as he and another patient are discharged from hospital.

Dr Kent Brantly, 33, thanked supporters for their prayers at a news conference in Atlanta. Nancy Writebol, 59, was discharged on Tuesday.

The two were brought to the US for treatment three weeks ago.

Already have an active account? Log in here.

Or Sign up and get unlimited access to premium articles.

Former Kenyan Prime Minister Raila Odinga dies aged 80

BBC.COM . |
15 October 2025

Host Cities Confirmed for Meetings Africa and Africa's Travel Indaba

correspondent |
25 September 2025

Serie A games postponed after death of Pope Francis

Staff Writer |
22 April 2025

Justice Gaolapelwe Ketlogetswe. PIC MORERI SEJAKGOMO

LSB threatens to sue, boycott JSC over judicial appointments

Larona Makhaiza | 2 h ago

ATI to posthumously release ‘Neo le kae’ single

Sharon Mathala | 4 h ago

Botswana is branded by its people

PONALO TUMELO | 30 Jan 2026

The myth of diamond dependence

Lewanika Timothy | 30 Jan 2026

Shine on you crazy diamond!

Mbongeni Mguni | 30 Jan 2026

What Comes After the Crown: Ruth Thomas Reflects on Legacy, Purpose and Life Beyond the Title.

Brilliant Manje | 5 h ago

Red Roses show no mercy in record-breaking rout

Kabelo Boranabi | 6 h ago

Security Systems anticipate a difficult second lap

Boitumelo Khutsafalo | 6 h ago

Doping needs our collective action

As such, we are now one step away from the shame of being labelled amongst the world’s worst offenders. This is a national embarrassment that demands an immediate, united response from every corner of our society. Pointing fingers is useless, we must all hold up our hands and play our part in the dealing with this matter.To our government and the Botswana National Sports Commission (BNSC), the call is for the to adopt decisive leadership and...

Mmegi Editor | 30 January 2026

About us

Mmegi is the leading independent source of breaking news, latest news, current
affairs, Politics, Business, Sport, debates, analysis, and entertainment news in Botswana.

Explore

More