An update on the 2014 Ebola outbreak in western
Africa
Haaris A. Shiwani;Rebabonye B. Pharithi;Barkat Khan;Christian Binoun-A-Egom;Peter Kruzliak;Vincent Maher;Emmanuel Eroume-A Egom
【期刊名称】《亚太热带医药杂志（英文版）》 【年(卷),期】2017(010)001
【摘要】The recent Ebola outbreak in Western Africa was the most devastating outbreak witnessed in recent times. There have been remarkable local and international efforts to control the crisis.Ebola Virus Disease is the focus of immense research activity. The progression of events in the region has been evolving swiftly and it is of paramount importance to the medical community to be acquainted with the situation. Over 28000 people were inflicted with the condition,over 11000 have died. Novel data has emerged regarding modes of transmission, providing rationale for recent flare-ups. Similarly, studies on survivors are elucidating the later stages of the disease recovery process. Novel techniques for diagnosis are also discussed. Finally, the current research regarding treatment and vaccine development is reviewed, particularly the implementation of rVSV-ZEBOV vaccination programs.
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An update on the 2014 Ebola outbreak in western Africa
