Latest Ebola News: Bahrain starts screening travellers for Ebola

Written By: Editorial Team | Published : October 15, 2014 11:14 AM IST

Bahrain is screening travellers tightening control of its ports from Ebola-hit countries, as officials announced intensive training for healthcare workers, the health ministry said.

Though no Ebola case has been reported in Bahrain, the country has issued a guideline for all health care workers on how to diagnose and deal with suspected cases, Xinhua quoted Health Minister Sadiq Al Shhabi as saying. The ministry has adopted standard precautions to be undertaken by patients and visitors at the country's main hospital, he added.Meanwhile, visitors to Bahrain from Ebola-hit countries, such as Sierra Leone, Guinea, Liberia and Nigeria, are not granted entry visas.

Ebola virus is a severe, often fatal, illness that carries a fatality rate of up to 90 percent. According to UN figures, more than 6,500 people are believed to have been infected, and more than 3,300 died since the outbreak was confirmed in March.

What is Ebola virus?

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The Ebola virus disease (EVD), formerly known as Ebola hemorrhagic fever is a severe condition caused by a virus from the Filoviridae family. Known to be a condition that is transmitted from animals to humans, this virus spreads through direct contact with the bodily fluids of an infected person or animal.

Here are some preventive measures for people who cannot avoid travelling

If you re taking medication for any infectious diseases and if you re currently suffering from viral flu, you should avoid travelling before complete recovery. When you re suffering from an infection, your immunity weakens. This could be a good opportunity for the virus to attack you.
Older people, young peers and pregnant women should not travel at all. They have a high risk of acquiring infection.
Those who are travelling should be extra careful about their diet. Eat a balanced diet. Avoid junk food and under-cooked food, especially meat.

Following precautionary measures for travellers

In any case, avoid handling items that you suspect have been contaminated, especially blood or body fluids.
Avoid contact with other people and avoid visiting hospitals where treatment for Ebola is being given. Read more about Ebola Virus Travel Tips Precautions you should take

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