The nation is concerned about the threat and potential of an outbreak of Ebola Virus Disease (EVD). Originating from West Africa, EVD is a hemorrhagic fever that has a high mortality rate. No matter where you live and work, the inherent ability of people from all over the world to be “mobile” has demonstrated the potential for EVD to spread readily over great distances. Download the article "Ebola: Could it happen here? How can I prepare?" and review seven points as useful reminders of what to think about when planning your EVD response plan...
The CDC’s updated Guidance for U.S. Healthcare Workers on Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for Ebola includes “Rigorous and Repeated Training” as the top recommendation, in addition to specific PPE donning and doffing protocols, patient screening and triage, and isolation practices.
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