#KnowEbola

You can only get Ebola from direct contact with a person who has symptoms

Know the Facts

  • You can only get Ebola from direct contact with a person who has symptoms
  • Ebola can enter the body through broken skin and unprotected eyes, nose and mouth
  • Ebola is NOT airborne
  • Ebola is NOT spread through food, water or sewage

Symptoms

  • Fever greater than 100 F°
  • Headache
  • Muscle pain or weakness
  • Diarrhea or vomiting
  • Stomach pain
  • Unexplained bleeding or bruising

Take Action

  • Wash your hands often with soap & water or alcohol-based hand sanitizer
  • Educate yourself and others
  • Avoid contact with the body fluids (blood, vomit, pee, poop, spit, sweat, semen) of a person with Ebola

If you have symptoms...

  • Call your doctor immediately if you have symptoms AND have been in direct contact with a person who has been diagnosed with or is at risk of contracting Ebola.
  • If you can’t get in touch with your doctor, call 9-1-1
  • Self isolateto minimize contact with others