William Pooley is a British nurse who gained international recognition for his work during the 2014 Ebola outbreak in West Africa. 1. Background: William Pooley was born on December 21, 1985, in Eyke, Suffolk, England. He grew up in the small village and attended Framlingham College.2. Medical Career: Pooley trained as a pediatric nurse at the Great Ormond Street Hospital in London, a renowned children's hospital. He later pursued a career as a volunteer in countries such as Cambodia and Malawi, gaining experience in the field of international healthcare. 3. Ebola Outbreak: In 2014, Pooley volunteered to work in Sierra Leone as part of the response to the Ebola outbreak that was ravaging the region. He joined a team from Public Health England's field laboratory in Kenema. 4. Infected with Ebola: While caring for patients in Sierra Leone, Pooley contracted the Ebola virus himself, becoming the first known British citizen to be infected during the outbreak. He experienced symptoms of fever, vomiting, and diarrhea.

5. Medical Evacuation and Treatment: Pooley was flown back to the United Kingdom on a specially equipped Royal Air Force plane. He was then treated in a high-level isolati]n unit at the Royal Free Hospital in London, where he received experimental drug therapies and supportive care. 6. Recovery and Immunity: Pooley successfully recovered from Ebola and was declared Ebola-free on September 3, 2014. Due to his exposure and subsequent recovery, he is believed to have developed immunity to the Ebola virus. 7. Recognition and Humanitarian Efforts: Pooley's dedication and bravery during the Ebola outbreak earned him immense admiration and respect globally. He has been recognized with numerous awards for his selfless actions, including the Pride of Britain Award for Outstanding Bravery in 2014.