Ebola Virus Disease

Learn about Ebola, its causes, symptoms, risks, treatment, prevention and surveillance. Also find health professional guidance, awareness resources and Canada’s response to Ebola.

A comprehensive information about the Ebola virus disease, its origins, symptoms, treatment and prevention. The latest efforts to combat this disease and help survivors in West Africa are also reported.

This webpage reports on the latest developments in combating the Ebola virus in Africa, useful especially to those travelling to this region. Information about the virus is intended for the general public, health professionals and humanitarian aid workers.

This brochure gives a description of Ebola virus, history of its outbreaks, animal origins, human transmissions, treatment and a list of preventive measures.