Rebecca Merrill, a disease control specialist with the CDC, shared the contents of her health-care kit with Time before deploying to combat the Ebola outbreak in Liberia.
Merill’s worn, black pelican case revealed an array of electronic devices including a satellite phone, GPS devices, and equipment to create internet connections. Her case also contained her own personal protection equipment (PPEs), including protective clothing, boots, and her own bug hut.
“We carry [equipment] to be on the safe side, but our goal isn’t actually to go out and treat patients,” said Merill. “We’re there to really work with the community and to help them embrace the methods that they can take on to reduce the spread of the disease.”
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