Why One Public Health Expert Thinks Airport Ebola Screening Won't Work
The U.S. will soon set up screening procedures, according to the CDC. But one expert questions the usefulness of screens. And history backs him up.
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Live at 12:30 PM (ET): What's Next With The Ebola Disaster?
How did a single case of Ebola in Guinea turn into a crisis that has now reached the United States? Four experts join NPR in a webcast to talk about how this happened — and how to stop further spread.
A Frightening Curve: How Fast Is The Ebola Outbreak Growing?
Health leaders now say the Ebola epidemic is growing exponentially. That means, if nothing changes in the next few weeks, we could see at least 60,000 Ebola cases by the end of 2014.
Africa's 'Switzerland' Bans Ebola — But At What Cost?
Mauritius won't let in anyone who's been to an Ebola-affected country over the past 60 days. That mindset won't stop the outbreak. But it could deal a blow to the Pan-African economy.
Europe's 'Moral Obligation' Is To Repair West Africa's Health Care System
With money and manpower, the European Union hopes to help stop the Ebola outbreak. But the EU has a long-term goal as well: Improving health care in West Africa to prevent future medical crises.
Tests Of New Ebola Drugs Could Take Place As Early As November
New drugs and vaccines can take years to develop. But health officials and researchers are accelerating tests of experimental drugs to fight the outbreak in West Africa.
Denying Ebola Turns Out To Be A Very Human Response
There's a long tradition of denial, superstition and wishful thinking when it comes to health. Ebola is no exception. It's all too human to let fear interfere with facts.
Promised Help To Fight Ebola Arriving At 'Speed Of A Turtle'
The head of a leading aid group warned the United Nations that the situation in West Africa is desperate. U.N. officials said they're getting help on the ground as quickly as possible.
Obama Calls On International Community To Fight Ebola
The president warned that the U.S. alone could not halt the epidemic and that without more help to stop the disease, hundreds of thousands of people could die.
Dr. Daniel Bausch Knows The Ebola Virus All Too Well
Can you catch it from sweat on a cab seat? Will blood transfusions help? Who really wants to go to Africa and pitch in? Is it too late? A leading virologist answers burning questions about Ebola.