The only American known to contract Ebola in the ongoing outbreak in Africa has returned to the United States.
Dr. Peter Stafford, a medical missionary with the Christian organization Serge who contracted Ebola while caring for patients in Congo in May, arrived in Pennsylvania with his wife, Dr. Rebekah Stafford, and their four children, Serge said on June 15.
“I am filled with gratitude to God for preserving my life, to all those who prayed on my behalf, and to the many medical providers who cared for me,” Stafford said in a statement. “I am feeling well and thankful to be reunited with Rebekah and the kids. Our prayers continue for those in Congo who are facing this devastating epidemic and for the ongoing efforts to control the disease.”…