uld possibly be transmitted between monkeys through the air. At the moment, there is no present form of antiviral treatment for Ebola patient, and interferon is not able to affect the virus in any way. While intensive research is still in progress to find an appropriate form of treatment, intensive supportive care can only be given to patients, who are in a constant state of dehydration and recurrently need intravenous fluids. The handling of fluids and electrolytes is done with extreme caution. Replacement of plasma albumin is helpful prior to the stage of clinical shock. There is no cure for the Ebola virus, nor is there a vaccine for protection against it. Vaccines must be specific to certain strains. Therefore, a universal vaccine for all four Ebola strains is not likely to be produced.There are many factors that could lead to an Ebola epidemic. Here is a list of conditions that could contribute to such a disastrous event.- the presence of animal or insect vectors near a human population;- exposure of the virus to an individual in a remote setting, and the individual returning to a more highly populated area;- poor hygiene and sanitation in a human population, hence increasing the chances of contact with bodily fluid (e.g. excretion from Ebola patients get into sewage system and human contact is common);- decreased immunity level in population;- insufficient public health infrastructure (e.g. hospital facilities);- lack of public education regarding the virus;- poor communication infrastructure (leading to delayed medical response and public notification).The analysis of these conditions has helped many understand when, why and how Ebola disasters strike. Precautions can therefore be taken by following the following preventive measures. More recent outbreaks have taken fewer lives because health officials have been introduced to these recommended and proper control techniques.- Improving sanitation, hygiene, and health care and educ...
