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Questions and Answers on Ebola August 1, 2014 The current Ebola outbreak is centered on three countries in West Africa: Liberia, Guinea, Sierra Leone, although there is the potential for further sp to neighboring African countries. Ebola does not pose a significant risk to the U.S. public. The CDC is surging resources by sending 50 more workers to the area to help bring the outbreak under control. What is Ebola? Ebola is the cause of a viral hemorrhagic fever disease. Symptoms include: fever, headache, joint and muscle aches, weakness, diarrhea, vomiting, stomach pain, lack of appetite, and abnormal bleeding. Symp- toms may appear anywhere from 2 to 21 days after exposure to ebola though 8-10 days is most common. How is Ebola transmitted? Ebola is transmitted through direct contact with the blood or bodily fluids of an infected symptomatic or though exposure to objects (such as needles) that have been contaminated with infected secretions. Can Ebola be transmitted through the air? No. Ebola is not a respiratory disease like the flu, so it is not transmitted through the air. Can I get Eb rom contaminated food or water? No. Ebola is not a food-borne illness. It is not a water-borne illness. Can I get Eb rom a who is infected but doesn’t have any symp- toms? No. Individuals who are not symptomatic are not contagious. In order for the to be transmitted, an individual would have to have direct contact with an individual who is experiencing symptoms. Are there any cases of individuals contracting Ebola in the U.S.? No. What is being done to prevent ill passengers in West Africa from getting on a plane? CDC is assisting with active screening and education efforts on the ground in West Africa to prevent sick travelers from getting on planes. In addition, airports in Liberia, Sierra Leone and Guinea are screening all outbound passengers for Ebola symptoms, including fever, and pass