This is the tenth ebola virus disease evd outbreak in the democratic. Publications, technical guidance on ebola virus disease. All symptoms compatible with ebola have either resolved or can be accounted for by alternative diagnosis. Read and share the fact sheet now or download and print the formatted pdf.
People can get evd through direct contact with an infected animal bat or nonhuman primate or a sick or dead person infected with ebola virus. Facts and perspectives on the ebola pandemic insurance industry ramifications of the spread of the ebola virus. Masumeh saeidi 1, habibolah taghizade moghaddam 1, mohammad ali kiani 2. Signs and symptoms typically start between two days and three weeks after contracting the virus with a fever, sore throat, muscular pain, and headaches. Download fulltext pdf transmission of ebola virus disease. The response is now focused on intensive surveillance, including active case finding and investigation of suspected cases and alerts. Winner of the standing ovation award for best powerpoint templates from presentations magazine. Ebola general information 11162015 fact sheet key points. A free powerpoint ppt presentation displayed as a flash slide show on id. Ebola virus disease formerly known as ebola haemorrhagic fever is a severe, often fatal illness, with a case fatality rate of up to 90%. Ebola takes 2 to 21 days to incubate depending on factors also such as the state of peoples health. Intermountain healthcare is a utahbased, notforprofit system of 24 hospitals includes virtual.
This website provides free medical books this website provides over 0 free medical books and more for all students and doctors this website the best choice for medical students during and after learning medicine. Ebola virus, together with the marburg virus, belongs to the family filoviridae. An overview article pdf available in annals of global health 806. Additionally, the virus is not spread through the air, by water, or in general, by food.
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Ebola virus disease evd general information what is ebola virus disease. Jan 03, 2015 this statistic displays several key health and economic figures on the countries most affected by the west african 2014 ebola outbreak. Ebola outbreak in democratic republic of the congo 2017. Between march 2014 and december 2015, msf responded in the three most affected countries guinea, sierra leone and liberia and also to the spread of cases to nigeria, senegal and mali. The pui is afebrile off antipyretics for 24 hours, or there is an alternative explanation for fever. This brief book is a product of sections of his 2012 book spillover and recent events. It is very infectious, kills in a short time but can be prevented.
It is a deadly infection that can be fatal to humans. Ebola is caused by an infection with a virus of the family filoviridae, genus ebolavirus. That means, it is possible that people developed ebola from the vaccine in under ten days. Ebola outbreak september 9, 2014 outbreak ebola only frontline video notes vieiwing questions with answer key hunting boko haram not included frontline travels to the epicenter of the ebola crisis to find out how and why the outbreak has spiraled out of control and to track the fight to cont. Ebola is not spread through the air or by water, or in general, in food. The ebola virus is the cause of a viral hemorrhagic fever disease.
Hospital staff should have individual gowns, gloves, masks and goggles. The pui has no clinical lab results consistent with ebola, or those that could be consistent with ebola have been otherwise explained. Expires september 30, 2016 the 2014 reemergence of ebola virus disease evd quickly became the largest and deadliest outbreak of the disease ever recorded. This statistic shows the death rates globally caused by the five known types of ebola virus species in outbreaks between 1976 and 2012. Objects contaminated with body fluids of a person sick with ebola. Important fact about ebola, are availbale in this ppt.
Facts about ebola the delaware division of public health dph understands that people are concerned about ebola in the u. The three countries of sierra leone, guinea and liberia were hardest hit. The medical service will work with the community to control the outbreak of ebola. Jun 01, 2016 in 2014, the ebola haemorrhagic virus spread through west africa. Nccu complies with title ix of the education amendments of 1972, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex in all programs and activities including sexual harassment and sexual violence in the universitys educational programs and activities. All suspected cases of viral hemorrhagic fever viruses must be reported immediately to the alabama department of public health. The average ebola case fatality rate is around 50%. Learn the facts about the ebola virus intermountain healthcare. Download and share get ready fact sheets in multiple. This handbook provides practical advice on pregnancy, childbirth, childhood illnesses, child development and the care of. Facts about ebola dallas county peace officers association. However, in certain parts of the world, ebola virus may spread through the handling and consumption of bushmeat wild animals hunted for food. According to the centers for disease control and prevention cdc, ebola virus can be transmitted to others. Although accreditation for this cecme activity has expired, and the posttest is no longer available, you can still read the full article.
Drinking chlorine can make you sick or kill you pdf icon pdf 1 page ebola factsheet pdf icon pdf 2 pages pdf 2 pages why ebola is not likely to become airborne pdf icon pdf 1 page facts about bushmeat and ebola html. Worlds best powerpoint templates crystalgraphics offers more powerpoint templates than anyone else in the world, with over 4 million to choose from. The pdf is secured against alteration only and can be saved to your device, printed and shared. It is very unlikely that you or your children will be exposed to ebola, but you may have questions. Ebola is a virus of the family filoviridae, genus ebolavirus that was discovered in 1976. Were collecting highquality digital resources for everyone from physicians and researchers to families. The ebola outbreak in 2014 has killed many people in guinea, sierra leone, liberia and nigeria. Ebola virus disease evd is a rare and deadly disease in people and nonhuman primates. Originating in guinea, it spread to neighboring countries and others around the globe. Aug 07, 2014 learn the facts about the ebola virus brandon webb, md healthcare. Instead of using these names, the overwhelming majority of publications refer to ebola virus instead of zaire ebolavirus table 6, a preference that is also followed by the public press. Our new crystalgraphics chart and diagram slides for powerpoint is a collection of over impressively designed datadriven chart and editable diagram s guaranteed to impress any audience. This document provides quick access to the key technical documents and publications on ebola for responders.
Avoid contact with bed clothes from patient with ebola or soiled clothing. View and download the clorox professional ebola facts and products guide here. What you should know about the virus that currently plagues parts of west africa. Ebola is a killer disease which presents with high fever and bleeding through body openings. The ebola outbreak in west africa is a frightening reminder to the world of the potential for viruses to cause disease and death. These cases of ebola should have been recorded in the study. Ebola virus disease fact sheet fact sheets nsw health. Ebola can be transmitted only when you have direct contact with blood or body fluids of an infected person alive or dead.
This fact spread presents statistics and more on the spread of the virus through west africa. The risk of getting sick with ebola is very low in the u. Touching the blood or body fluids of a person who is sick with or has died from ebola. Incubation period once someone is infected, ebola virus may incubate two to 21 days with no symptoms.
Ppt ebola facts powerpoint presentation free to download. The deadly virus has claimed thousands of lives since deadliest ever outbreak began with guinea, liberia and sierra leone being the worsthit countries. Therefore it is very important to learn more about this virus. Currently, there are evd outbreaks in several western african nations, including guinea, liberia, sierra leone and parts of nigeria. The united states has done more than any other country to help west africa respond to the ebola crisis. Ebola ebola virus disease ebola ebola virus disease fact sheet. The natural and human history of a deadly virus is a very interesting behindthescenes look at the quest to find the host animal carrying this devastating virus. Mammalian biogeography and the ebola virus in africa. This is a severe, often fatal disease in humans in countries with limited health.
Chart and diagram slides for powerpoint beautifully designed chart and diagram s for powerpoint with visually stunning graphics and animation effects. Oct 18, 2018 ebola virus cannot spread to others when a person has no signs or symptoms of evd. You cant get ebola through air you cant get ebola through water you cant get ebola through food grown or legally purchased in the u. Ebola virus resources awareness, about, prevention. The leaflet contains information about ebola, its signs and symptoms and what one can do to prevent it. Facts for life pdf and ms word versions unicef, who. Listed here is all of the latest information needed to keep yourself and your customers informed and protected against the ebola virus. His bias toward the theory that hiv was introduced into the general population by vaccine experiments conducted in new york city and africa, is apparent.
Genekam biotechnology ag has written this ebook to highlight some of the facts about this deadly virus. While a large number of ebola cases in this country is unlikely, information is always the most powerful tool to prevent any illness. Get the facts about ebola and your family with all the talk of ebola in the news, it is natural for parents, guardians, and children to be concerned. Ebola virus disease evd, formerly known as ebola haemorrhagic fever, is a severe, often fatal illness. Ebola has been well studied since it was discovered in 1976. What is ebola key facts ebola virus disease evd, formerly known as ebola haemorrhagic fever, is a severe, often fatal illness in humans. We demonstrate that mammalian biogeography contributes to explaining the distribution of ebola virus in africa, although vegetation may also underscore clear limits to the presence of the virus. This fact sheet provides information that may be helpful to you as a parent or caregiver and. The risk of ebola transmission in normal, everyday contact is very low, and you can. Introduction to ebola virus disease world health organization. The terrifying true story of the origins of the ebola virus pdf epub book. During 2014 another outbreak of ebola was reported from the democratic republic of congo. It was the longest, and most widespread outbreak in history, killing more than all past episodes combined.
The book was published in multiple languages including english, consists of 352 pages and is available in paperback format. Scientific literature stating that the merck vaccine, marketed as ervebo and given under emergency rules, could offer zero protection against ebola, and one paper in the lancet states that the vaccine give people ebola. Ebola treatment centre etc, following two negative tests on serial laboratory specimens, on 12 june 2018. This manual provides concise and uptodate knowledge on 15 infectious diseases that have the potential to become international threats, and tips on how to respond to each of them. Want to help your friends, family and community understand the disease and its risks. Ebola is spread through direct contact with blood or other body fluids of an infected person, such as saliva, vomit, breast milk and. Ebola, or ebola virus disease evd, is caused by the ebola virus, a member of the filovirus family. The threat of people being forced to take a very risky ebola vaccine could occur around the world in the near future. Ebola disease is a severe, often fatal illness in humans. For some nations, this has led to extreme responses including, in the united states, mandatory quarantine orders and, in australia, blocking entry of refugees and tourists from ebola affected countries.
You can only get ebola from the body fluids of a person who is sick with or has died from ebola. Theyll give your presentations a professional, memorable appearance the kind of sophisticated look that todays audiences expect. Apha has made the ebola and marburg virus chapter of its control of communicable diseases manual available for download for free. Ebola virus disease evd, or simply ebola, is a viral haemorrhagic fever of humans and other primates caused by ebolaviruses. Medical scientific community first encountered this viral family when. Horowitz public health author presents thoroughly researched information in his exploration into the origins of the hiv and ebola viruses. For a brief, 2page pdf that covers most commonly asked questions. Apr 11, 2014 read cnn s fast facts on ebola and learn more about the deadly virus. However, if you live in the united states, its very unlikely that you will be infected with the disease.
Many people would need to be tested to see whether they have contracted the virus, and the cost of isolation of those affected could be substantial. Its infection is very fatal as the mortality rate is very high. Facts about ebola ebola is a killer disease which presents with high fever and bleeding tendencies. Ebola was first discovered in 1976 in former zaire, or what is now the democratic republic of the congo near the ebola river. The actual extent of the epidemic is still unknown. Easytounderstand fact sheet on ebola now available from get ready have questions on ebola. Named after a river in the congowhere it was first found oftenfataldisease in humans andnonhuman primates monkeys,gorillas, and chimpanzees has appeared sporadically sinceits initial recognition in 1976 mortality rate can reach 90%. Ebola virus disease evd is a severe, often fatal, viral disease. Because of this, many people are concerned about ebola. The viruses that cause evd are located mainly in subsaharan africa. Early symptoms high fever usually over 101f, chills, headache, vomiting, diarrhea, stomach ache, muscle aches, fatigue and unexplained bleeding or bruising. Avoid direct contact with body fluids of a person suffering from ebola by using protective materials like gloves. Ebola virus disease formerly known as ebola hemorrhagic fever is a rare and often deadly illness caused by the. In that period, the sunda ebolavirus had a death rate of 53.
Ebola facts free download as powerpoint presentation. A person must have direct contact with a patients body fluids to be. Youre not alone misinformation abounds about the virus. The natural and human history of a deadly virus by david quammen ebola.
Factsheets communication resources ebola ebola virus. Communities affected by ebola should make efforts to ensure that every body is well informed about the disease. Ebola outbreak most affected countries key figures 2014. No cases of ebola viral haemorrhagic fever and marburg haemorrhagic. Musc center for global health answers some questions about ebola virus disease with facts from the centers for disease control and prevention cdc and the world health organization who. Evd outbreaks have a case fatality rate of up to 90%. This statistic displays several key health and economic figures on the countries most affected by the west african 2014 ebola outbreak. Ebola pocket library email protected and the widernet project have established the ebola emergency response library initiative to create a pocket library for people, especially local health care workers in liberia, guinea, and sierra leone, responding to the ebola crisis in africa. Ebola is now more commonly called ebola virus disease. Ebola was first identified in 1976 near the ebola river in the country now known as the democratic republic of the congo. The first edition of the novel was published in december 1994, and was written by richard preston.
It affects many of the bodys organ systems and often causes severe illness. Ebola facts october 14, 2014 symptoms of ebola initial symptoms are nonspecific may include fever, chills, myalgias, and malaise. In response to the outbreak, usaid deployed a disaster assistance response team dart to liberia, guinea, sierra leone, and mali to lead the overall u. The 21st century has already been marked by major epidemics. Ebola patients can only spread the disease when they have symptoms. The cost of caring for ebola cases would likely be at the high end of health insurance claims, and the effect on health insurers would depend on the number of people suspected of being infected. Oct 24, 2014 here are some facts that new yorkers should know about ebola. The first identification of ebola virus was conducted in 1976 when the virus outbreak took place in two regions of nzara and yambuku. The presentation traces the ebola virus history and enlightens about ebola facts, symptoms, and preventive measures. The natural and human history of a deadly virus by. Ebola virus cannot spread to others when a person has no signs or symptoms of evd.
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