A total of thirteen households from nine homes within the affected Cow Field community in Paynesville are currently being quarantined in the newest Ebola outbreak, although the quarantine is not being strictly enforced.
Low Awareness Characterizes Latest Ebola Outbreak
During the latest outbreak of Ebola in the country, many citizens have generally had a low level of awareness of the situation. Information dissemination has also not been as widespread as with previous outbreaks.
Dr. Kateh: 25 Health Workers Considered at “High Riskâ€
Liberia’s Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Francis Kateh, in a press briefing on Tuesday said health authorities have still not identified the source of the newest outbreak of Ebola.
Dr. Kateh: Gov’t Still Testing Patients with Ebola Symptoms
Liberia was recently declared an Ebola free nation by the World Health Organization. This came after the deadly epidemic ravaged the country and killed over 3000 Liberians. To prevent the reemergence of the virus, the government is not leaving anything to chance. It is in a state of constant surveillance.
Suspected Ebola Patient Discovered In Clara Town
The Ministry of Health has reported another suspected Ebola case in the densely populated Clara town community on the Bushrod Island.
Dr. Kateh: No Need to Panic Over New Ebola Patient
Liberia’s hope of being declared Ebola-free was dashed on March 20 when a female tested positive for the virus.
Dr. Kateh: Maintain Strict Protocols at Liberia’s Borders
The Deputy Incident Manager of the Incident Management Team, says that for Liberia to maintain zero new Ebola cases, health protocols must be strictly adhered to at all of Liberia’s borders.