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Written By: Editorial Team | Updated : October 10, 2014 11:44 AM IST
A British man with Ebola symptoms died Thursday at a health clinic in Macedonia. It is not confirmed yet if the unnamed British man who was born in 1956 had been infected with the deadly Ebola virus or not, doctor Jovanka Kostovaks of Macedonia'a health ministry's commission of infectious diseases said at a press conference.
The symptoms of the deceased man included having a fever, vomiting and internal bleeding as well as rapid deterioration of the body, which raised suspicions, Xinhua reported. Samples from the man had been sent to Germany for tests to find out the cause of his death, Kostovska said.
The Briton arrived Oct 2 in Skopje and was rushed to hospital Thursday where he passed away several hours later. The hotel Super 8 where he stayed has been sealed off and the deceased man's travelling companion, another Briton, is quarantined.
Here are some expert tips that can help you prevent the disease.
Educate yourself about Ebola:Knowing the symptoms, modes of transmission and preventive measures is the first step to prevent the spread of the disease. This information is especially important for those who are travelling to and from affected areas in West Africa. (Read:Has the Ebola virus really come to India?)
Maintain sanitary conditions: Basic hygiene plays a very important role in preventing Ebola. The exact way by which the virus enters the body is still debatable but skin and eyes are suggested routes for viral entry. However, food and water may also serve as source of entry. So, simple acts like washing hands before eating and disinfecting surfaces and covering the mouth can help prevent the spread of the virus, especially in areas surrounding the areas of outbreak. Read more about 8 tips to prevent Ebola infection
With inputs from IANS
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