Ebola virus is a hot topic of discussion these days. People around the world are so concerned about it. According to the World Health Organization, this deadly virus is killing thousands of people in West Africa. Different affluent and influential countries like the United States are deploying health care workers and opening new treatment centers in the most affected countries like Liberia.
The Ebola virus diseases or the Ebola haemorrhagic fever can cause deaths to the infected people. This virus is normally transferred to people through wild animals. It is a transmittable virus which is spread in the human population through by contact from person-to-person. The fatality rates have varied from 25% to 90% in the previous outbreaks. If you are also concerned about this virus, you may want to know more about it. Here are some important things that you should know about it.
First Ebola Outbreak
The first Ebola virus outbreak occurred in isolated villages in Central Africa. This region is close to warm and humid rainforests. But the most recent outbreak has occurred in both rural and major urban areas.
Signs & Symptoms of Ebola Virus
The signs & symptoms of this virus are different from first to other stages of the infection. In the beginning, common symptoms may include fever, discomfort, vomiting, severe weakness, headache, diarrhea, and sore throat. These symptoms are quite similar with the symptoms of flu. These symptoms may be followed by some intense symptoms like internal bleeding. This virus affects a number of internal organs like liver and kidneys.
Deadliness of Ebola Virus
Ebola is a deadliest virus known till date. There’s no vaccine to kill the virus. However, clinical trials are being done on urgent basis to find the cure of this disease. In the past, 90% of infected people have died. That’s the reason why Ebola virus has been described as one of the world’s deadliest diseases. In the recent outbreak, the survival rate is much better, about 50% of infected people are surviving now with treatment.
Ebola Prevention
It is still unknown that what is/are the common host of for this virus. It is believed that Ebola is spread by fruit bat. Today, most cases of Ebola virus are the result of direct human-to-human contact. Contraction occurs when there is a direct contact with the body fluids, abrasions, cuts, secretions and sweat of an infected person. There are certain preventive measures that people can take to avoid contracting this deadly disease. For example, always avoid direct contact with saliva, sweat, blood, urine and any other body fluid with infected person. If the infected person has died from this virus, avoid contact with their body and all those medical equipment that were in their use like needles. Be sure to see your doctor if you have flu like symptoms like fever and headaches. Take precautionary measures when you will be traveling. Avoid traveling to affected areas. There’s no treatment of Ebola till to-date, but it can be prevented by taking some preventive measures. It is very important to educate yourself on all aspects of Ebola virus. You can do it by visiting the local health care center, talking with your doctor or by reading any informative article on Ebola.
In today’s fast-paced and technologically advanced world, it is best to treat every disease with utmost care. Avoid taking any chances when it comes to you and your family’s health.
