PRESENTATION OUTLINE
Ebola virus disease (EVD), AKA Ebola haemorrhagic fever, is a severe & often fatal illness in humans.
The only way to catch Ebola is by bodily fluids. Such as blood, sweat, saliva, etc.
What Is Our Biggest Fear Towards Ebola?
Our biggest fear towards Ebola is the fact that we might not find a cure. And if we don't find a cure Ebola will never end."Is ebola here to stay? Thats our biggest fear."(Newrepublican.com)
How Are People Handling This?
Our fear persuades us into doing things. If we have a fear that we'll catch Ebola, we might be more protective of sharing our drinks, or even what we wear.
Where Has Ebola Spread To In The US?
Is has spread to New York and Texas.
Why Do Doctors Wear Protective Suits If Ebola Can Only Be Spread By Bodily Fluids?
The reason they wear such protective suits is because they have a fear that in any way they'll get Ebola.
How Does This Relate To Ethnocentrism?
This can relate to Ethnocentrism because, for example, the original place where Ebola started is Africa, so now we think less of Africans because they're bringing viruses to the US.
How Do They Treat Their Patients?
Thomas Eric Duncan (black) was not treated very well. He was sent home after he said he had been in Liberia and had a fever. He didn't get blood products from people with Ebola. And he got his anti-viral drug called riboflavin 10 days after being diagnosed with Ebola. Unfortunately Thomas Eric Duncan Has Died.
Kent Brently (white) was treated immediately, given blood products, And given his anti-virus drug immediately. He was recovered from Ebola on September 5, 2014.
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