10 years later, Ebola raises fresh concerns

Guardian Nigeria

Ebola is back, and Nigeria is on high alert. While there are no confirmed cases right now, outbreaks in neighboring African countries and increased travel mean a higher risk.   This isn't the Ebola strain we faced a decade ago. The current outbreak is caused by the Bundibugyo strain, and health authorities are working diligently to keep us safe.   The World Health Organization reports significant numbers of suspected cases and deaths in countries like the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda. Understanding how Ebola spreads is crucial in preventing its transmission.   Remember, Ebola spreads through direct contact with bodily fluids or contaminated items. It does not spread through the air, so there's no need to panic or spread misinformation.   Protect yourself by relying on verified health updates. Nigeria has successfully battled Ebola before, and with continued awareness and vigilance, we can do it again.   #EbolaOutbreak #PublicHealth #NigeriaAlert

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00:00nigeria has no confirmed ebola case right now but health authorities are on alert because

00:05outbreaks in part of africa plus travel movement equals higher risk ncdc has told us that nigeria

00:13is on high risk list for this disease you must know that the current outbreak is not caused by

00:18the xairi strain we battled 10 years ago this is caused by a different one called the bundigio

00:26strain the world health organization report shows over 900 suspected cases and 200 plus suspected

00:34deaths in countries like diyao congo and uganda ebola virus spreads through direct contact with

00:41body fluids like blood sweats permits of saliva or contaminated items like bedding or clothes

00:50it does not spread through air don't panic don't spread rumors don't use salt and water

00:56to take your bath only trust verified health updates nigeria has bitten ebola before

01:03and awareness is still our strongest weapon

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