NSW health worker cleared of Ebola

A health care worker who fell ill in Sydney after a trip to west Africa has been cleared of the deadly Ebola virus.

A nurse in protective gear at the Royal Brisbane Hospital

(AAP)

A health care worker who fell sick after returning to NSW from west Africa has tested negative for the Ebola virus, officials say.

NSW Health confirmed on Saturday the health care worker was tested after developing influenza-like symptoms overnight.

"NSW Health can confirm tests undertaken today by Westmead Hospital's Emerging Infections and Biohazard Response Unit laboratory have returned negative for Ebola virus disease and that no further testing for Ebola is required at this stage," the body said in a statement.

"The health care worker remains in a stable condition under investigation at Westmead Hospital to determine the cause of their illness."


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