A second Sudanese national admitted to Gandhi Hospital in Hyderabad has tested negative for Ebola, officials confirmed. Both individuals were admitted after presenting with fever symptoms amid concerns over the ongoing Ebola outbreak in parts of Africa. The Telangana government has responded by setting up a special isolation ward for suspected cases, enhancing health measures at Hyderabad airport to prevent any potential spread.
The two Sudanese nationals were admitted to Gandhi Hospital following screening at Hyderabad airport, where health authorities intensified surveillance due to the Ebola outbreak in certain regions. Samples from the patients were tested at the hospital's laboratory, and both results came back negative for the Ebola virus. The state government has been proactive in establishing protocols and isolation facilities to manage suspected cases effectively, according to local health officials.
This development comes as part of broader efforts to contain the risk of Ebola transmission in India, especially given increased international travel from affected regions. Telangana's swift action in creating isolation wards and enhancing airport screening aligns with national health advisories aimed at early detection and containment. Similar measures have been implemented in other states to mitigate the risk posed by travelers from Ebola-affected countries.
The Telangana government continues to monitor the situation closely, with Gandhi Hospital maintaining its isolation ward for any future suspected cases. Health authorities have reiterated the importance of vigilance at entry points, with Hyderabad airport remaining a key focus for screening travelers from high-risk areas.