Breastfeeding and Ebola: knowledge gaps endanger mothers and babies
Breastfeeding mothers and their babies have largely been neglected in Ebola research. This needs to change.
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Ebola: how a vaccine turned a terrifying virus into a preventable disease
Sierra Leone was one of three countries ravaged by the Ebola epidemic 10 years ago. A national vaccine campaign is a big step towards preventing future outbreaks.
The hunt for a new Ebola vaccine: two scientists explain the challenges
Vaccine development can be really expensive, and there’s limited commercial return.
Ebola survivors can pass on the virus: we’re trying to understand what role sex plays
Nearly everything known about Ebola virus persistence in the reproductive system has resulted from testing semen of West African Ebola virus disease survivors.
The Uganda vaccine trial: how African researchers are tackling Ebola
Uganda is the testing ground for a new vaccine that could work on more strains of the Ebola virus and other haemorrhagic fevers.
Ebola survivors can lose their eyesight. What we’re doing to prevent it
Research has identified a range of health complications in Ebola survivors. These include eye complications and vision problems.
Ebola in the DRC: the race is on between research and the virus
Four new Ebola treatments are being tried out in the DRC.
Ebola survivors: their health struggles and how best to support them
Ebola survivors use multiple avenues to address their health needs, which presents a management challenge.
Ebola: what are the symptoms, how does it spread and where did it come from?
Ebola is a highly transmissible disease but its spread can be prevented through behavioural measures.
Why it’s hard to stop Ebola spreading – between people and across borders
Borders are porous between North Kivu province of the DRC and neighbouring countries, so the potential for spread is highly likely.
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