Treatment
The future looks bleak for victims suffering from the ebola virus.-There are no current treatments or vaccine for this virus. Researchers are still working on a vaccine that could help with victims.
-Antiviral drugs such as ribavirin may decrease the course of the disease and help prevent complications. -Patients need intensive supportive therapy including:
- Balancing the fluids and electrolytes is needed to help with providing nutrients the patient's cells.
- Maintaining oxygen and pressure and if necessary using the aid of a mechanical ventilator.
Doctor examining a patient
Prevention
Avoid contact with the blood and other body secretions such as saliva, mucous, and semen. Health care workers should follow barrier nursing techniques including the following when handling patients with the virus:- Wear protective goggles, gloves, masks and gowns
- Sterilize equipment that have come in contact with the patient
Scientist searching for a cure
Nurse carrying bodybags for the dead
The Ebola Virus infecting a cell
