“The Westchester County Department of Health has been proactively encouraging hospitals and other medical providers to contact them if they have concerns about the Ebola virus. This is a best practice that is under way out of an abundance of caution.
Since August, the health department has received 11 inquires including one made last night. Upon review none of the individuals had any risk factors, exposures or indicators that would even warrant testing for Ebola.
Most of the cases have involved people returning from trips and not feeling well. But again, after review, they have not involved Ebola.
The Health Department continues to encourage hospitals and medical providers to contact them if they have any concerns. These calls allow us to review procedures and to be prepared in the event that an actual case is identified.”