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What caused the spread of the Ebola virus?
What caused the spread of the Ebola virus?
- Consumption of contaminated food or water
- Airborne transmission from infected individuals
- Contact with blood or body fluids of infected individuals or animals (correct)
- Insect bites from infected carriers
In which year did Ebola first appear?
In which year did Ebola first appear?
- 1976 (correct)
- 2000
- 1995
- 1984
How can individuals help prevent the spread of Ebola?
How can individuals help prevent the spread of Ebola?
- By consuming only cooked food from local markets
- By using only air transport to limit contact
- By traveling to affected countries for research
- By avoiding contact with infected people and washing hands often (correct)
What was a significant outbreak location in 2014?
What was a significant outbreak location in 2014?
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What measures are experts implementing to prevent future outbreaks of Ebola?
What measures are experts implementing to prevent future outbreaks of Ebola?
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Study Notes
Ebola Virus
- Ebola is a dangerous infectious disease that can cause severe illness and death.
- It was first discovered in 1976 near the Ebola River in Central Africa.
- Ebola spreads through contact with the blood or body fluids of infected animals or people.
- It can spread quickly in close proximity, but does not spread through the air like the flu.
- Most outbreaks have occurred in West and Central Africa.
- In 2014, a major outbreak in Guinea, Liberia, and Sierra Leone resulted in thousands of people becoming sick and many deaths.
- Smaller outbreaks have occurred in other countries but were contained quickly.
Prevention and Control
- Experts are working to prevent future Ebola outbreaks through vaccines, thorough cleaning practices, and protective clothing.
- Individuals can help prevent the spread of Ebola by avoiding contact with infected people and animals, and washing hands frequently.
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This quiz covers key information about the Ebola virus, including its discovery, transmission methods, and outbreaks. It also highlights prevention strategies and control measures that can be taken to stop the spread of the disease. Test your knowledge on this dangerous infectious disease.
