Ebola
Also called: ebola hemorrhagic fever
A virus that causes severe bleeding, organ failure, and can lead to death.
- Treatable by a medical professional
- Spreads in various ways
- Requires a medical diagnosis
- Lab tests or imaging always required
- Critical: needs emergency care
Humans may spread the virus to other humans through contact with bodily fluids such as blood.
Extremely rare: Fewer than 1,000 US cases per year
Consult a doctor for medical advice
Sources: Mayo Clinic and others. Learn more
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