A continuous news thread and discussion group here at PP that has been tracking the Ebola Outbreak since July of this year. Lots of great links, analysis, and preventative considerations for dealing with this horrible virus. Check it out and join the discussion.
https://www.peakprosperity.com/forum/86357/ebola-outbreak-2014
This is a companion discussion topic for the original entry at https://peakprosperity.com/ebola-outbreak-news-forum/
The quality of medical care and facilities in the USA and Africa are completely different In Africa medical professionals sometimes don't have the proper protective gear and over-run facilities are having to turn away patients. Ebola is contagious only if the person is experiencing active symptoms. The CDC says it can stem any potential spread thorough isolation of ill people, contacting people exposed to the ill person and further isolation of contacts if they develop symptoms. But really ebola forums can be helpful resources too.