Atomun - Ebola

Welcome to Atomun - TeleSUR's program on science and technology in Latin America, focusing on the human side of science and technology at the service of progress. Today’s program focuses on the Ebola virus, its origin, symptoms and possibilities for treatment. Our host tells us that more than a thousand people have died since the recent outbreak in Africa although a 40% survival rate has been registered. With adequate medical attention in time, an infected person’s life can been saved. As of yet, there’s no vaccine against Ebola for clinical use but an effective serum has been used with good results in the United States, while Russia is working on a preclinical vaccine. The World Health Organization expects a vaccine to be in use by next September. teleSUR