Ebola Virus Spread Factors

The video discusses three reasons why the Ebola virus did not spread more widely: the efforts of health workers, the nature of the virus, and luck in avoiding urban areas. It warns of future viruses that could spread more easily, potentially through bioterrorism, and emphasizes the need for preparedness.

What was one of the main reasons Ebola didn't spread more widely?

• The virus spreads through the air.

• Health workers' efforts to isolate infected individuals.

• The virus was not contagious.

• People were immune to the virus.

Why does the nature of the Ebola virus help prevent its spread?

• It spreads through the air.

• It spreads through water.

• It is not contagious at all.

• It makes people very sick by the time they are contagious.

What is a characteristic of Ebola that limits its spread?

• It spreads through contaminated food.

• It spreads through the air.

• It spreads through casual contact.

• It makes people bedridden by the time they are contagious.

What factor contributed to the limited spread of Ebola in urban areas?

• The virus was not present in urban areas.

• Health workers were not present in urban areas.

• It was just luck that it didn't reach many urban areas.

• People in urban areas were immune.

What could make future virus outbreaks worse?

• Increased immunity in the population.

• Better health infrastructure.

• Viruses spreading through the air.

• People staying at home when sick.