Epidemiological notes on Ebola virus disease in Nigeria
Joint Authors
Source
Assiut Veterinary Medical Journal
Issue
Vol. 62, Issue 148 (31 Jan. 2016), pp.168-171, 4 p.
Publisher
Assiut University Faculty of Veterinary Medicine
Publication Date
2016-01-31
Country of Publication
Egypt
No. of Pages
4
Main Subjects
Topics
Abstract EN
The recent outbreak of Ebola Virus Disease (EVD) in West Africa and the sensational news and report of confirmed cases in Nigeria sparked off considerable but justifiable concerns and political commitments, not only in the West African Sub-region but in other parts of the world.
EVD is a rapidly fatal and highly contagious disease, killing more than 50% of its infected victims.
The global implications of the disease, beyond the immediately affected geographical region, are enormous, especially on international trade, travels, health, sport, political gatherings and widespread stigmatization of individuals, countries and even the continents.
At present, there is no licensed drug or vaccine to prevent or cure the disease.
The constraint of rapid dissemination of vital information about the disease to rural and poorly accessible areas is a major impediment.
Inadequate health facilities, deep rooted socio-cultural taboos, belief and practices collectively constitute serious stumbling block to controlling the disease.
The natural reservoir host of Ebola virus remains unknown.
However, on the basis of available evidence, researchers believe that the virus is zoonotic (animal borne) with bat being the most suspected reservoir.
The potential transmission of EVD is considerable and the task of controlling it is daunting.
American Psychological Association (APA)
Aiyedun, J. O.& Oludairo, O. O.. 2016. Epidemiological notes on Ebola virus disease in Nigeria. Assiut Veterinary Medical Journal،Vol. 62, no. 148, pp.168-171.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-679911
Modern Language Association (MLA)
Aiyedun, J. O.& Oludairo, O. O.. Epidemiological notes on Ebola virus disease in Nigeria. Assiut Veterinary Medical Journal Vol. 62, no. 148 (Jan. 2016), pp.168-171.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-679911
American Medical Association (AMA)
Aiyedun, J. O.& Oludairo, O. O.. Epidemiological notes on Ebola virus disease in Nigeria. Assiut Veterinary Medical Journal. 2016. Vol. 62, no. 148, pp.168-171.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-679911
Data Type
Journal Articles
Language
English
Notes
Includes bibliographical references : p. 170-171
Record ID
BIM-679911