Ebola Prevention: Protecting Yourself from Infection

Prevent Ebola yourself from getting it:

- Avoid contact with infected people and animals. Ebola is spread through contact with the bodily fluids of an infected person or animal. This includes blood, vomit, feces, urine, saliva, and sweat.

- Wear protective clothing and equipment. If you are caring for an infected person, wear gloves, a gown, and a face mask.

- Wash your hands frequently with soap and water. This will help to remove any Ebola virus that may be on your hands.

- Do not touch your face. The Ebola virus can enter your body through your eyes, nose, or mouth.

- Avoid eating raw meat or unpasteurized milk. Ebola can be transmitted through eating raw or undercooked meat or drinking unpasteurized milk.

- Stay informed about Ebola. The situation is constantly changing, so it is important to stay up-to-date on the latest news and recommendations.