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Written By: Editorial Team | Published : December 6, 2014 12:39 PM IST
Taipei, Dec 6: Taiwan's disease control authorities Saturday said that a 19-year-old man is suspected of being infected with the Ebola virus. The man developed symptoms of vomiting and diarrhoea since he returned from Nigeria, where he had contact with animals, the authorities said. He is now isolated in a hospital in southern Taiwan, Xinhua reported. Samples have been sent to Taipei for examination.
Here are some expert tips that can help you prevent the disease.
Use protective gear: For healthcare workers and medical staff, it is absolutely mandatory to use protective gear including gloves and special masks and a body suit to prevent exposure to the virus. Even healthy individuals living in affected West African countries should use gloves and mask to prevent spread of the disease. (Read: 10 reasons that make the Ebola virus deadly for humans)
Do not eat under-cooked meat: The virus seems to have transferred to humans through animals. Although bats are suspected as the original reservoir of the virus, it is also been found to spread to other animals. In any case, it is best to avoid eating undercooked meat. (Read: Ebola virus signs and symptoms you need to watch out for!)
With inputs from IANS
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