🦠 Ebola: Early care saves lives
👩🏽⚕️ As the Democratic Republic of the Congo 🇨🇩 responds to an Ebola outbreak caused by the Bundibugyo virus, WHO has released its *first-ever guidelines covering all Ebola and Marburg viruses* to help health workers provide the best possible care.
⚠️ Ebola is a serious disease, but there is hope. Early supportive care, such as treating dehydration, managing symptoms and providing close medical monitoring, can significantly improve survival.
Did you know?
🩺 There have been 72 Ebola and Marburg outbreaks in Africa since 1967.
💧 Early treatment with fluids and supportive care can make a life-saving difference.
🤝 People who recover also need follow-up care to support their long-term health.
*How can you help?*
✅ Follow advice from health authorities
✅ Seek care early if symptoms appear
✅ Share facts, not rumours
✅ Support affected communities with compassion
🌍 Science, solidarity and early action save lives.
Learn more ➡️ https://www.who.int/news/item/17-06-2026-who-issues-comprehensive-guidelines-on-filovirus-disease--including-ebola-and-marburg-disease
👩🏽⚕️ As the Democratic Republic of the Congo 🇨🇩 responds to an Ebola outbreak caused by the Bundibugyo virus, WHO has released its *first-ever guidelines covering all Ebola and Marburg viruses* to help health workers provide the best possible care.
⚠️ Ebola is a serious disease, but there is hope. Early supportive care, such as treating dehydration, managing symptoms and providing close medical monitoring, can significantly improve survival.
Did you know?
🩺 There have been 72 Ebola and Marburg outbreaks in Africa since 1967.
💧 Early treatment with fluids and supportive care can make a life-saving difference.
🤝 People who recover also need follow-up care to support their long-term health.
*How can you help?*
✅ Follow advice from health authorities
✅ Seek care early if symptoms appear
✅ Share facts, not rumours
✅ Support affected communities with compassion
🌍 Science, solidarity and early action save lives.
Learn more ➡️ https://www.who.int/news/item/17-06-2026-who-issues-comprehensive-guidelines-on-filovirus-disease--including-ebola-and-marburg-disease
🦠 Ebola: Early care saves lives
👩🏽⚕️ As the Democratic Republic of the Congo 🇨🇩 responds to an Ebola outbreak caused by the Bundibugyo virus, WHO has released its *first-ever guidelines covering all Ebola and Marburg viruses* to help health workers provide the best possible care.
⚠️ Ebola is a serious disease, but there is hope. Early supportive care, such as treating dehydration, managing symptoms and providing close medical monitoring, can significantly improve survival.
Did you know?
🩺 There have been 72 Ebola and Marburg outbreaks in Africa since 1967.
💧 Early treatment with fluids and supportive care can make a life-saving difference.
🤝 People who recover also need follow-up care to support their long-term health.
*How can you help?*
✅ Follow advice from health authorities
✅ Seek care early if symptoms appear
✅ Share facts, not rumours
✅ Support affected communities with compassion
🌍 Science, solidarity and early action save lives.
Learn more ➡️ https://www.who.int/news/item/17-06-2026-who-issues-comprehensive-guidelines-on-filovirus-disease--including-ebola-and-marburg-disease
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