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A collection of 25 posts

Questions

The Colchester Ebola Scare: What Happened and What We Can Learn From It

On November 18, 2022, the urgent care department of Colchester Hospital in Essex was temporarily closed due to an "infection control issue."

Questions

Marburg and Ebola: A Case for Increased Funding for Research and Preparedness

In recent years, the world has been grappling with the COVID-19 pandemic, which has shown how unprepared we can be for a new virus.

Global

The Socioeconomic Impact of Marburg and Ebola Outbreaks

In this blog post, we will explore the social and economic impacts of Marburg and Ebola outbreaks on affected communities.

Global

2023 Ebola Cases in Israel

Ebola cases and Ebola deaths in Israel. Israel's ebola case counts and history of the disease.

Pathology

The Story of Ebola: A Comprehensive History

The story of Ebola is a complex and multifaceted one, encompassing scientific, medical, and social aspects.

Global

Israel and Ebola: An Update

There are several reasons why the risk of Ebola appearing in Israel or other countries in the Middle East is low.

Questions

What causes Ebola, the deadliest member of the Filoviridae family?

What causes Ebola? What is the cause of the Ebola outbreak? A look at the pathogen that causes Ebola virus disease.

Pathology

Causes of Ebola

Causes of Ebola. Ebola Virus causes and how you get Ebola. Symptoms of Ebola.

Global

Will You Get Ebola If You Visit South Africa?

One question that has been on many people's minds is whether or not they will be at risk of contracting Ebola if they travel to South Africa.

Hygiene

Won't the Superbug be Worse after COVID-19 Sanitizing?

As the world continues to grapple with the COVID-19 pandemic, one question that has come up is whether the increased sanitizing measures will lead to the emergence of a so-called "superbug." In this post, we'll examine the potential impact of COVID-19 sanitizing on the spread of bacteria and viruses, and

Pathology

How Can We Prevent Ebola from Spreading in America?

In this blog post, we will explore how individuals and healthcare workers can take steps to prevent the spread of Ebola in America.

Global

Why does Ebola not spread in Europe and US?

Despite its virulence, Ebola has not spread in Europe and the United States.

Global

The Deadly Ebola Virus: A Closer Look

In this article, we will explore the science behind the Ebola virus and what can be done to prevent and treat it.

Questions

Could vaccines make big Ebola outbreaks a thing of the past?

Ebola is a highly infectious and often fatal disease that has caused large outbreaks in several African countries in recent years.

Global

Does Ebola pose “little risk to the U.S. general population”?

While it is true that Ebola is not as easily transmitted as some other infectious diseases, it can still pose a significant risk to the general population in certain circumstances.

Global

Why didn't Ebola become a pandemic like COVID-19?

Ebola has not become a pandemic like COVID-19. This raises the question: why didn't Ebola become a pandemic like COVID-19?

Global

What are the chances of Ebola spreading in China?

Recently, there have been concerns about the possibility of the Ebola virus spreading to China.

Global

Is the CDC underplaying the risk of Ebola spreading in the US?

In 2014, the World Health Organization (WHO) declared the Ebola outbreak in West Africa to be a public health emergency of international concern.

Global

What's a more dangerous infectious disease threat than Ebola?

As the world continues to grapple with the ongoing Ebola outbreak in Africa, many are left wondering what other infectious diseases pose a greater threat than Ebola.

News

Is sending troops to handle the Ebola crisis a smart solution?

While there are potential benefits to using military personnel in the response to the crisis, there are also potential drawbacks that must be considered.

Pathology

How did Ebola disappear?

It was once a feared contagion, but now the deadly Ebola virus has nearly disappeared from the headlines. How did this happen?

News

Is Ebola still a threat?

Today, the case counts for a new epidemic in Uganda are dropping. So, is Ebola still a threat to public health?

News

First suspected Ebola case being investigated in the UK

A potential Ebola case is being investigated in Colchester, England, after a patient who had recently traveled to Africa began showing symptoms of the deadly virus.

Pathology

Why does Ebola keep coming back?

Ebola outbreaks start with a small number of cases, grow, then fizzle. So how come Ebola keeps coming back?

Global

Is it possible for Ebola to spread out of Africa?

Is it possible for Ebola to escape Africa and spread to other countries? If so, how?