ebola virus disease

"A rare and deadly disease, Ebola is one of a number of different viruses that have "jumped" from animals to humans. This informative book shows how scientists studied the virus and began working on treatments and vaccines that will not only make Ebola less deadly, but will further the knowledge of other diseases"--Provided by publisher.

"The Ebola virus was discovered in Africa in the 1970s. Since then, it has caused several . . . outbreaks. In some of them, more than half of the infected people died. [This book] explores the history and science behind this disease, as well as how it's treated"--Google Books.

This title focuses on the Ebola outbreak and gives information related to its symptoms, causes, and global impact.

Tells the dramatic story of U.S. Army scientists and soldiers who worked to stop the outbreak of a deadly and extremely contagious virus in 1989.

Discusses the history and science of the Ebola virus.

"The 2013-2014 Ebola epidemic that began in equatorial Africa was the deadliest ever--but the outbreaks continue . . . [This book provides an] account of the doctors and scientists fighting to protect us, and an urgent wake-up call about the future of emerging viruses"--Dust jacket.

An introduction to the history, treatment and prevention of the ebola virus.

Ebola is a highly contagious virus that is spread through bodily fluids, and it first appeared in 1976 and has spread across sub-Saharan Africa. Explore more about the history and impact of this infectious disease.

"The 2013-2014 Ebola epidemic that began in equatorial Africa was the deadliest ever--but the outbreaks continue . . . [This book provides an] account of the doctors and scientists fighting to protect us, and an urgent wake-up call about the future of emerging viruses"--Dust jacket.

A rare killer virus from the jungles of Africa has taken hold in a small California town. There is no cure for this quick and deadly disease, and some people believe that the only way to stop it is to destroy the town--and everyone in it.