Ebola Update: How The World Is Reacting As People Are Tested For The Virus In UK And Asia

Fears of the deadly disease spreading were raised after an infected Liberian-American, who took 2 planes, died in Nigeria

Patrick Sawyer's death has sparked fears of a worldwide epidemic « less
The death of 40-year-old Patrick Sawyer in Lagos, Nigeria sparked fears of an epidemic not only in the country, but all around the world.

Mr. Sawyer took 2 planes to arrive in the commercial hub where he died and his final destination was Minnesota in the United States.

The international community has begun to raise awareness after three people were tested for the virus in the UK and Hong Kong due to symptoms similar to the disease.

The 3 persons have been cleared but this has done almost nothing to assuage the fears of people worldwide about the scourge that has claimed over 600 lives in West Africa.

Liberia and Sierra Leone, which are two of the worst hit nations have begun emergency measures as the former has cancelled all football games and closed schools while the latter has declared a state of emergency.

The United Kingdom has said that the disease is a great threat to it and efforts are being made to counter infections after 2 people tested negative after displaying symptoms. The European Union has also said that it is prepared for any eventualities as regards the spread of the disease.

 A spokesperson for the United States Center for Disease Control, Stephan Monroe said:

"No Ebola cases have been reported in the United States and the likelihood of this outbreak spreading outside of West Africa is very low. I want to underscore that Ebola poses little risk to the U.S. general population."

An expert also said that even if any case was reported, the US had adequate isolation facilities and medical equipment to handle it.

Meanwhile in Nigeria, where Mr. Sawyer died, health officials are trying to narrow down the list of people who might have gotten in contact with the deceased.
M Brothers Africa