Key messages \ue2\u20ac\u201c Ebola Virus Disease, West Africa ; Updated October 9, 2014

10/9/2014 FOR EXTERNAL DISTRIBUTION*Newly updated information is indicated in redThe Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is working with other U.S. government agencies, the World Health Organization (WHO), and other domestic and international partners in an international response to the current Ebola outbreak in West Africa. This document summarizes key messages about the outbreak and the response. It will be updated as new information becomes available and will be distributed regularly. Please share this document with others as appropriate.Outbreak Summary -- Ebola and the United States -- Ebola Cases and Deaths -- Ebola in US Health Workers (in West Africa) -- Background on Ebola: Transmission; Signs and symptoms; Risk; Prevention; Treatment; Recovery -- CDC Recommendations and Guidance: Healthcare workers in West Africa; Healthcare providers in the United States; Infection control; Travelers; Colleges, universities, and students; Humanitarian aid workers; Humanitarian aid organizations; Airline flight crews, cleaning personnel, and cargo personnel; Monitoring and movement of people with Ebola; Laboratories -- What CDC is Doing: Training -- CDC Foundation -- Stigma -- For More Information about Ebola