Ebola Virus Confirmed in First New York City Diagnosis

The transcript discusses an Ebola case involving a man who worked in Guinea with Doctors Without Borders. It highlights the differences in handling procedures between the CDC and Doctors Without Borders, emphasizing the importance of quarantine and public safety measures. The discussion also covers the characteristics of the Ebola virus, its transmission, and the emotional toll it takes on patients and families.

What was the main difference in handling Ebola cases between Doctors Without Borders and the CDC?

• Doctors Without Borders relied on local hospitals, while the CDC built new facilities.

• Doctors Without Borders used vaccines, while the CDC used isolation.

• Doctors Without Borders treated patients in outbreak countries, while the CDC developed procedures in the U.S.

• Doctors Without Borders focused on prevention, while the CDC focused on treatment.

What action did Uber take after learning about the Ebola patient?

• They confirmed the driver and passengers were not at risk.

• They issued a public apology.

• They suspended all rides in New York.

• They provided free rides to hospitals.

What change did Doctors Without Borders implement in their protocol?

• They reduced the quarantine period to 10 days.

• They allowed workers to travel immediately after returning.

• They enforced a 21-day quarantine for returning workers.

• They stopped sending workers to high-risk areas.

When does a person with Ebola become contagious?

• Only if they have a fever.

• After 21 days of infection.

• When they start showing symptoms.

• As soon as they are infected.

What is one of the most heartbreaking aspects of Ebola, according to the transcript?

• The rapid spread of the virus.

• The lack of available vaccines.

• The inability to care for infected loved ones.

• The high cost of treatment.