ebola / 9 posts found
Traveling Safely in a World of Ebola Outbreaks
Your daily routine can’t come to a standstill just because there is a serious Ebola outbreak going on. You still have to conduct business and earn what you need to take care of yourself and your family. If you have loved ones who live internationally, you’ll still want to be able to go and see them. However, in this age of viruses that can be so easily transmitted, you want to make sure that you travel safely. That means being smart about every step you take in your travel itinerary. First, one of the easiest ways that any virus, especially […]
Tracking Outbreaks to Protect Your Family from Danger
In the areas where Ebola is the most active, there are several organizations keeping an eye on the virus, ready to report any big changes. The virus left its area of origin and has spread across the country. Some cases made it out of the country to other countries. The news has dutifully tracked this. You also need to track the outbreaks. When the Ebola virus or pandemics like it hit an area, the masses need to know what’s going on. Otherwise, you’re operating in the dark and you could end up accidentally heading into an area that’s become a […]
Is the Government Being Upfront About the Ebola Risks
The latest Ebola virus is one of the worst outbreaks to date. The virus left its country of origin and spread to other countries including the heavily populated area of Nigeria. Many deaths have been reported there. The public is being assured that the risk of the Ebola virus becoming a significant threat in more countries is minimal. They’re saying this because the government has stated the virus is only contagious through contact with body fluids. Ebola is an airborne disease However, the Ebola virus is somewhat airborne now, even though it’s officially listed as non airborne. It can be […]
Buying Your Own Protective Gear for Pandemics
When a pandemic breaks out, it’s important that you have protective gear on hand. Once the emergency happens, it will be very difficult to get what you actually need – so it’s crucial that you’re prepared ahead of time. There are many different items that can help protect you, depending on the type of illness that’s spreading. In the case of a pandemic that would require this type of equipment, you’ll most likely be looking at a virus that has become airborne – but something like Ebola can be highly infectious in close quarters, and even sweat left on a […]
What to Do If You See Ebola Symptoms
In the event of an emergency such as the fallout from a pandemic, most people will continue to do what they’ve always done – and in the case of the Ebola virus – doing what they’ve always done can be deadly. Just think, if you’re going to head to the hospital because you think you have Ebola symptoms, where do you think the other people experiencing similar symptoms are also going? Avoid hospital and quarantine center You’re going to remove yourself from what is a safer environment for you to be in to place yourself in a worse one. You […]
Protection Is a Must During a Pandemic
You’ll need to be aware of any late breaking news in the event of a pandemic. Since you may not be able to count on society working the way it has, you’ll need to make sure that you have items that don’t rely on an electricity infrastructure to operate. Emergency broadcasts will still be done – even if society breaks down during a pandemic. So you’ll want to make sure that you have a solar powered radio. You’ll also want to make sure that you have solar powered flashlights and light sticks so that you can see in the event […]
How Ebola Is Spread
There are numerous ways that you can contract the Ebola virus and many ways that it can be spread. That’s one of the reasons why it’s been so difficult to contain. The Myths Most people mistakenly think that the only way the virus can be spread is through direct contact with someone else who’s symptomatic. Direct human contact is only one of the ways the virus is spread. Surfaces are the second way. The virus is tough enough to live on surfaces as long as 48 hours if the conditions are right for its survival. It doesn’t usually survive long […]
Symptoms of Ebola Virus
Symptoms #1 Flu-like One of the reasons that Ebola is so frightening is because it can mimic the flu at first. Most people won’t go see the doctor when they experience flu-like symptoms. They’ll wait a couple of days to see if they get any better. And because this virus has no cure, that makes it even more dangerous. At the first start of the virus, you may notice that you just feel “off.” Symptoms #2 Headache You might have a headache ranging from mild to severe. Achy muscles are another symptom. Having a lower backache is also a common […]
Ebola Facts and Possibilities
The name for the Ebola virus is derived from the Ebola River due to the location of the first outbreaks in the mid 70s. It’s being called an Ebola crisis because of the sheer number of deaths the outbreak has caused. Experts are telling people not to worry, that there’s virtually no chance the outbreak will spread to other countries. They’re saying that no other countries will face the epidemic like the one being experienced in its country of origin. But these same experts said the same thing about other epidemics and yet they spread from their country of origin. […]
