A B.C. nurse practitioner, who was working in Sierra Leona at an Ebola treatment centre entered a 21-day self-quarantine at Kelowna General Hospital today after showing symptoms consistent with the virus. She has since tested negative for Ebola, according to the Ministry of Health.

Patrice Gordon will remain in isolation at KGH in accordance with health protocols.

The Rossland resident stated she had a sore throat, myalgias, headache and a rising temperature.

Dr. Bonnie Henry, Interior Health medical health officer said preliminary tests are negative for Ebola.

The patient remains in isolation in Kelowna General Hospital until further testing can be complete.

There are a number of health care workers returning, some have been working in West Africa at Ebola health centres. They are being monitored.