Coping With The Threat Of Ebola: A Case Study

Coping with the Threat of Ebola: A Case Study By: Dr. Augustine Manneh Sumo The 2014 Ebola virus disease (EVD) outbreak in West Africa remains in the news. However, despite how prolific this disease is, the main reservoir for Ebola is unknown. The virus for now has no cure, or vaccine. This book illuminates this mysterious disease by explaining the experiences of Ebola virus survivors and their caregivers during the 2014 Ebola outbreak in West Africa. It also highlights experiences of government, nongovernmental organizations, media reporters, and academicians who were on the frontline during the outbreak. The book specifically explained how Monrovians coped with the threat of Ebola and the scientific approach used to minimize and to stop the spread of the EVD. It is interesting to note that Ebola is one of the world?s worst recorded pandemics. As the world currently wrestles with the COVID-19 pandemic, it is crucial to note the importance of public health education. This is a must-read book; it helps to prepare health workers and the general public in the event of an outbreak. This book could start a revolution. A revolution that could spark the need for more public awareness and research into the understanding of the transmission of EVD and the possible discovery of a vaccine to prevent a human infection. It is my hope that this book will help educate and guide the reader about EVD infection and prevention.

Author: Dr. Augustine Manneh Sumo

Publisher: Dorrance Publishing Co.

Publication Date: Apr 29, 2022

Number of Pages: 180 pages

Language: English

Binding: Paperback/Health & Fitness

ISBN-10: 1649133162

ISBN-13: 9781649133168