The virus spreads through direct contact (such as through broken skin or mucous membranes in the eyes, nose, or mouth) with:
      1. Body fluids such as blood, sweat, saliva, feces, vomit, breastmilk or semen.
      2. Objects such as needles contaminated by bodily fluids.
      3. Eating infected animal meat.

Symptoms include:

      1. Fever
     2. Severe headache
     3. Muscle pain
      4. Weakness
      5. Fatigue
      6. Diarrhea
      7. Vomiting and abdominal pain.
8. In extreme cases blood will leak from body orfices such as eyes, nose, ears and anus.

Prevention of ebola involves avoiding the fluids of those infected. Those involved in the treatment must wear protective masks, goggles, gloves and gowns. It is also recommended to not handle any objects that would have touched any of the above bodily fluids. Bushmeat, an important source of protein for some africans, should be prepared and cooked thoroughly to prevent infection. If a person with the disease dies, the body should be handled with care and properly disposed of, avoiding all direct contact.

When used early, basic interventions and treantments can significantly improve the chances of survival. Providing fluids and electrolytes intravenously, using medication to maintain blood pressure and lessen vomiting and treating any other infections that occur.