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CDC Delays Advisory, Cuts Staff, States Urge 42-Day Isolation

5/16/2026

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The CDC delayed a health advisory until four days after the WHO alert, prompting criticism from infectious-disease experts.
CDC communications staff were slashed in early 2025, leaving the agency to monitor 41 people as Dr. David Fitter said the risk remains low.
Texas, Arizona and Virginia health departments have held frequent calls with the CDC, urging exposed Americans to stay home voluntarily for 42 days.

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Story summary

The CDC delayed a health advisory until four days after the WHO alert, prompting criticism from infectious-disease experts.
CDC communications staff were slashed in early 2025, leaving the agency to monitor 41 people as Dr. David Fitter said the risk remains low.
Texas, Arizona and Virginia health departments have held frequent calls with the CDC, urging exposed Americans to stay home voluntarily for 42 days.