EBOLA LAURA O 12g

StructureThreadlikeViral Envelope- lipid bilayer

25-90% death rateSymptoms can appear 2 to 21 days after the initial infection.No licensed treatment or vaccine. ( For people not in Africa is a low threat)

Ebola affects mainly West Africa: Guinea, Liberia, Sierra Leone.

Spread by contact : CONTAGIOUSwith body fluids

Symptoms:

Incubation period 2-21 days

Virus was transmitted from gorillas to humans , and these passed it through human touch. Natural host of Ebola is Pteropopdidae fruit, ( gorillas ate this)

NO CUREBut can survive the disease with proper nutrition and hydration

Prevention• Avoiding human contact with infected people or people that

have travelled to infected areas.• If so use gloves and special equipment.• Regular Hand washing• Health care workers should have protection throughout

every step even if not sure the patient is positive EBV• Eat well to maintain a good immune system.. Fruits,

veggies, and whole grains.• Make appointment with doctor if any doubt

Keep in mind:Men that survive can pass the virus through semen up to 7 weeks after recovery.

It could be used as a biological weapon

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sRv19gkZ4E0

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