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What everyone needs to know about Ebola [EN/AR]

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What can I do to prevent the illness?

  • Always wash your hands with soap clean water especially after every contact with a sick person.
  • Do not share sharp objects such as needles, razor blades, etc.
  • Avoid handling wild animals especially monkeys, chimpanzees, antelopes and bats, including those found dead.
  • Avoid eating ‘bush’ meat.
  • Avoid eating fruits that bats have partly eaten.
  • Use protective clothing like gloves when caring for a sick person.