Ebola Resources for U.S. Healthcare Settings

For Health Care Providers

What to know

CDC has resources to help U.S. healthcare personnel safely assess returning travelers with Ebola risk factors and symptoms. Early recognition is critical for healthcare personnel and patient safety.

Overview

  • Organizations can share these communication tools with their partners and members.
  • Printable job aids, posters and signs support Ebola risk assessment and basic infection control measures.

Ways to use these resources

  • Share educational materials and graphics through digital channels or display in places partners and healthcare personnel may see them.

Print resources

Early Recognition Is Critical for Ebola Infection Control
Download a printable poster on basic infection control for patients who may have Ebola disease.
Poster: Ambulatory Care Evaluation of Patients with Possible Ebola
This ambulatory algorithm is for U.S. healthcare providers to evaluate patients for Ebola disease.
Ebola Health Facility Door Sign
A health facility sign instructing patients to notify staff of recent travel and Ebola symptoms.

Training resources

Think Ebola Micro-Learn
Train reception and intake staff on how to quickly identify a patient who might have Ebola.

Guidance

Viral Hemorrhagic Fevers (VHFs) for Health Care Providers
Viral hemorrhagic fevers are rare, but serious viral diseases. Learn how to care for patients and co...
Infection Prevention and Control for Patients in U.S. Hospitals with Suspected or Confirmed Viral Hemorrhagic Fevers
Guidance for U.S. hospital staff caring for a suspected or confirmed VHF patient.
Guidance for Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
PPE procedures for caring for VHF patients in U.S. hospitals
Interim Guidance for Emergency Services
Guidance for Emergency Services for management of patients confirmed or suspected with selected VHF.
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Content Source:
National Center for Emerging and Zoonotic Infectious Diseases (NCEZID)