Congo witnesses second deadliest Ebola outbreak in history

The video discusses the Ebola outbreak in the North Kivu and Ituri provinces of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, highlighting 14 health zones with confirmed and probable cases. It explains how the Ebola virus is transmitted to humans through contact with fluids from dead wild animals and then among humans via contaminated body fluids. The virus has an incubation period of up to 21 days, with initial symptoms including muscle pain, fever, weakness, and headaches, progressing to vomiting, rash, and bleeding. WHO warns of a high risk of the outbreak spreading to nearby areas and countries.

In which provinces of the Democratic Republic of the Congo was the Ebola outbreak confirmed?

• Kinshasa and Bas-Congo

• North Kivu and Ituri

• Katanga and Kasai

• Bandundu and Equateur

How is the Ebola virus primarily transmitted among humans?

• Through insect bites

• Through direct contact with contaminated body fluids

• Through contaminated water

• Through the air

What is the incubation period for the Ebola virus?

• 7 days

• 21 days

• 14 days

• 28 days

Which of the following is NOT an initial symptom of Ebola?

• Rash

• Muscle pain

• Weakness

• Fever

What did WHO authorities warn about the Ebola outbreak?

• It will not affect neighboring countries

• It is likely to be contained within the current provinces

• It is expected to end soon

• There is a high chance of it spreading to surrounding areas and countries