This film is about the role of community health workers in their vital work of ‘contact tracing’ to prevent the spread of Ebola. It explains the role of contact tracers in finding people who have come into contact with a sick Ebola patient and raising awareness to help stop further transmission ... of the disease. This film is available in french, english, swahili. This film is for use in community health education. more

This video is a public health awareness message about Ebola. It aims to educate the general population by explaining that Ebola is not transmitted through the air. The video addresses common misconceptions about the disease and provides accurate information about how Ebola spreads, emphasizing that ... transmission occurs through direct contact with the bodily fluids of infected individuals. Its main purpose is to reduce fear, prevent misinformation, and encourage appropriate preventive behaviors within communities at risk of Ebola outbreaks. more

This video provides comprehensive health education about Ebola virus disease. It explains the main symptoms of Ebola, how the virus is transmitted, and the measures people can take to protect themselves from infection. The video also offers practical guidance on how to safely care for a person with ... suspected or confirmed Ebola, emphasizing hygiene, infection prevention, and the importance of seeking medical assistance. Its purpose is to raise public awareness, promote preventive behaviors, and help communities respond safely to Ebola outbreaks. more

The WHO’s Early Warning, Alert and Response System (EWARS) is a tool used in emergencies such as conflicts or natural disasters to quickly detect and respond to disease outbreaks. It helps set up simple and reliable surveillance systems even in places without stable electricity or internet, using ... kits that include phones, laptops, and solar chargers. EWARS supports national health authorities during crises and can later be integrated into the regular health surveillance system. more

It is believed that fruit bats are the natural hosts of the Ebola virus Introduced into the human population through close contact with infected animals. Introduction to Ebola Virus Disease (EVD) presentation is part of the EVD IPC training material for HC IIs and Pharmacies.