Why Is the Ebola Outbreak So Hard to Control?

The transcript discusses the rapid spread of Ebola, highlighting the doubling of cases every 20 days and the potential for the disease to become endemic in Africa. It critiques the slow international response and underreporting of cases, which exacerbated the outbreak. The discussion includes projections of future cases and the challenges of treating large populations. The economic impact on affected countries, particularly Liberia, is also addressed, emphasizing the need for immediate international action to contain the disease.

How did the situation change when an American contracted Ebola?

What is the significance of reducing the transmission rate of the disease to less than one?

What are the economic implications of the Ebola outbreak for Liberia?