How ready is Philadelphia if Ebola comes here?
Mayor Michael Nutter addressed that exact question at a news conference Friday afternoon.
Nutter wanted to reassure Philadelphians about the city's readiness for Ebola or other infectious diseases.
"We would hope, of course, that Ebola never reaches Philadelphia, but we need to be prepared," said Nutter.
Nutter spoke at the Municipal Services Building in Center City shortly after noon.
He urged Philadelphians to not be prejudiced towards people with western African heritage.