Major Ebola outbreak in western African region Part 2

The video discusses the urgent need for international support to combat the Ebola outbreak in Liberia, which has spread rapidly due to porous borders with Guinea and Sierra Leone. Local health officers are struggling to manage the crisis on their own, leading to an inadequate response. The community is gripped by fear and stigma, with individuals hiding symptoms to avoid being ostracized.

What is the primary reason for seeking international support in Liberia?

• To build new hospitals

• To train local doctors

• To provide food supplies

• To test blood samples for Ebola

Which organization is involved in transporting samples for Ebola testing?

• UNICEF

• World Health Organization

• Doctors Without Borders

• Red Cross

What is a major challenge faced by health officers in the infected zones?

• Poor communication systems

• Shortage of trained personnel

• Inadequate international response

• Lack of medical supplies

Why do individuals with Ebola symptoms prefer to hide?

• To avoid being outcasts

• To protect their families

• To prevent spreading the virus

• To avoid medical treatment

What action is being taken to manage the spread of Ebola among contacts of infected individuals?

• Vaccination campaigns

• Quarantine of entire villages

• Tracing and monitoring contacts

• Distribution of protective gear