Doctor, Put On Your PPE And Go Into The ETU, Stat!
The world of global health is an acronym soup. And the Ebola virus has generated its own list.
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Why Is North Korea Freaked Out About The Threat Of Ebola?
Fear of the virus has prompted Pyongyang to ban tourism and quarantine all foreigners. It's a curious stance since the Hermit Kingdom has plenty of other, more pressing health woes.
How 'The Hot Zone' Got It Wrong And Other Tales Of Ebola's History
Do people with Ebola actually cry tears of blood? What happens if the U.S. Army thinks you might have Ebola? We catch up with science writer David Quammen to discuss truths and myths about the virus.
Mali Already Has An Ebola Cluster: Can The Virus Be Stopped?
Hundreds of people in Mali may have been exposed to Ebola. And there's concern that the country doesn't have the resources or experience to stop this outbreak before it gets out of control.
Liberians Meet Death With Flowers, Trumpets And Cameras
To understand why Liberians have had a hard time changing their funeral practices in the age of Ebola, first you must understand their tender and celebratory traditions.
3 Potential Ebola Therapies To Be Tested; Liberia Lifts Emergency
Two of the therapies that medical teams plan to start testing next month involve antiviral drugs. Meanwhile, in Liberia, the president has lifted a state of emergency.
Ebola In 3-D: A Video Game To Guide Health Care Workers Through A Ward
Oh no, I touched my face! Uh-oh, I sat on a bed. A hackathon is developing a video game to train doctors and nurses volunteering for Ebola duty in West Africa.
Texas Hospital: 'We Are Deeply Sorry' For Missing Ebola Diagnosis
In a letter published on Sunday, Presbyterian Hospital Dallas said it had made mistakes in the diagnosis of index patient Thomas Eric Duncan.
Mali Is Worried About Ebola, Quarantines Nearly 100
The virus appears to have taken two new victims in the West African country. The government is stepping up its quarantines and contact tracing to prevent an outbreak.
Facebook Friends Ebola Relief; Google Searches For Donations
Those who use two of the world's most popular websites can easily donate to charities working to stem Ebola's spread in West Africa. The money will help, but aid groups say awareness is important too.