With the Ebola crisis continuing to mount globally, it's only natural to want to take measures to increase your protection from contracting this virus. But there's a difference between being informed and going into panic mode-and that's where this no-frills guide comes in. Ebola Myths & Facts For Dummies is your tried-and-true resource on understanding the facts about Ebola, including its history, how it's spread, signs and symptoms, and the claims about Ebola that simply aren't true.

What started off in Africa has now slowly started making its presence felt in the Western world, and many of us are left wondering if it'll end up in our own backyards. Brought to you by an infectious disease specialist, Ebola Myths & Facts For Dummies delivers the most up-to-date, important information on Ebola.

• Understand the history of Ebola
• Learn to recognize the signs and symptoms of Ebola
• Debunk the myths and concentrate on the facts
• Help support the fight against Ebola

If you're looking for accurate and concise information about the Ebola virus, Ebola Myths & Facts For Dummies offers the latest, most trusted information on how it's spread, symptoms to look for, and ways to protect yourself and loved ones against infection.

Learn to:

• Recognize the signs and symptoms of Ebola
• Understand the history of Ebola
• Debunk the myths and concentrate on the facts
• Help support the fight against Ebola

Separate fiction from fact regarding the Ebola virus

Concerned about Ebola, but can't seem to separate fact from fiction? You're not alone - misinformation abounds about the virus. Ebola Myths & Facts For Dummies dives in to the details of the virus to let you know the history of Ebola, signs and symptoms, testing protocols, modes of transportation, and ways to prevent and treat the virus.

• Get started with Ebola myths and facts - find out what Ebola is, who it affects, where it began, why it's a global concern, and how it's transmitted
• Stay safe and healthy - understand the realities of Ebola for healthcare workers, how to prevent transmission, how to recognize symptoms, and what to do if symptoms are present
• A look to the future - get the lowdown on the global and political impact of the virus, ongoing humanitarian efforts, and the ways that organizations, governments, and hospitals are preparing for Ebola
• Arm yourself with information - discover how to avoid stigmatizing Ebola patients and healthcare workers and how to contribute personally to those affected in Africa

Open the book and find:

• A complete overview of the Ebola virus
• Detailed information on symptoms
• Information about transmission and prevention
• The lowdown on diagnosis and treatment
• Details on the politics and policies of Ebola
• How the world's hospitals are preparing for the disease
• Ways that you can help organizations battling the virus