Special Pathogens Branch: Diseases-Ebola Hemorrhagic Fever. What is Ebola hemorrhagic fever (Ebola HF) is a severe, often-fatal disease in humans and nonhuman primates (monkeys, gorillas, and chimpanzees) that has appeared sporadically since its initial recognition in 1976.
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Dr. Frederick A. Murphy Talks about the Ebola Virus An Interview by Sean Henahan, Access Excellence The book The Hot Zone and the film Outbreak have seized the public's imagination and brought into focus many issues regarding the very real threats posed by new and emerging diseases. In this interview we talk with Frederick A. Murphy, D.V.M., Ph.D., Dean of School of Veterinary Medicine, UC Davis.
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What exactly is Ebola What strains of Ebola exist How do these strains differ What are the symptoms How long is the incubation period/onset of symptoms Which parts of the body does it usually infect (at both the organic & cellular levels) How is it transmitted Can an infected person transmit Ebola to others before symptoms appear For how long is a patient infectious to others after onset ...
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Ebola Hemorrhagic Fever Ebola ee-BO-luh hemorrhagic fever is a deadly disease that has occurred in outbreaks in Central Africa. Ebola hemorrhagic fever is caused by several Ebola viruses. The source of these viruses in nature is not known. People can get Ebola hemorrhagic fever by direct contact with virus-infected blood, body fluids, organs, or semen. There is no known cure or treatment. Recent ...
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The staff of Ebola Research Organization tries their best to educate the dangers of Ebola through spreading awareness.
