Christian Missionary Doctor Treated For Ebola Discharged Today

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August 21, 2014 2:55 PM

Dr Brantly was given ZMapp, a trial drug which has also been tried on some patients suffering from Ebola in Liberia

Kent Brantly, the missionary doctor who contracted Ebola in Liberia is due to be released from the hospital today after recovering from the deadly disease.

The 33-year-old doctor and his colleague 59-year-old Nancy Writebol, have been cleared to go home after he underwent treatment the Emory University Hospital in Atlanta, Georgia, USA.

Dr Brantly would be released on Thursday but the exact time is yet to be confirmed and details for the release of Mrs Writebol will also be released today.

The announcement of the doctor’s full recovery was announced by Franklin Graham , president of Samaritan's Purse, the missionary organisation Brantly and Writebol were working with.

'"oday I join all of our Samaritan's Purse team around the world in giving thanks to God as we celebrate Dr. Kent Brantly's recovery from Ebola and release from the hospital,' the statement read.

'Over the past few weeks I have marveled at Dr. Brantly's courageous spirit as he has fought this horrible virus with the help of the highly competent and caring staff at Emory University Hospital.

'His faithfulness to God and compassion for the people of Africa have been an example to us all.'"

Dr Brantly was given ZMapp, a trial drug which has also been tried on some patients suffering from Ebola in Liberia.

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