Image: MercerWHO declares Ebola a public health emergency - Employer advisory
• The World Health Organization (WHO) has declared the Ebola outbreak a public health emergency, prompting employers to review operational and workforce safety considerations. • While the risk to the general population in Europe remains very low, individuals returning from affected areas are advised to seek medical care if symptoms appear within 21 days. • The current Bundibugyo strain lacks approved vaccines or targeted therapies, meaning containment relies entirely on standard interventions like strict isolation and contact tracing.
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