Infectious Diseases, Prevention and Control

Ebola and Zika Viral Infections

Ebola, also known as Ebola virus disease (EVD) or Ebola hemorrhagic fever (EHF), is a viral hemorrhagic fever caused by Ebola viruses in humans and other animals. Fever, pharyngitis, muscle soreness, and headaches are common signs and symptoms that appear two to three weeks after catching the virus. Vomiting, diarrhea, and a rash are common side effects, as is liver and renal dysfunction.

Zika Viral Infection:       

Zika virus illness, often known as Zika fever, is an infectious disease caused by the Zika virus. The majority of cases have no symptoms, but when they do appear, they are generally mild and might be mistaken for dengue fever. A increase in fever, red eyes, joint discomfort, and a headache are all possible symptoms. Symptoms usually last less than a week. During the first infection, no deaths have been documented. Microcephaly and other brain abnormalities can be caused via mother-to-child transmission during pregnancy in certain newborns. Zika fever is spread mostly by the bite of Aedes mosquitos. It may also be sexually transmitted and transferred through blood transfusions.