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PRO/AH/EDR> Ebola update (01): News, research, vaccine

Ebola -- Worldwide/UnknownTo prevent disease transmission, 0.05 percent chlorine solution is commonly recommended for handwashing in Ebola Treatment Units. In the 2014 West Africa outbreak this recommendation was widely extended to community settings, although many organizations recommend soap and hand sanitizer over chlorine. To evaluate skin irritation caused by frequent handwashing that may increase transmission risk in Ebola-affected communities, we conducted a randomized trial with 91 subjects Read more [...]