| Literature DB >> 29291209 |
Prachi Gera1, Ankit Gupta1, Priyanka Verma1, Joginder Singh2, Jeena Gupta2.
Abstract
With the increasing rate of Ebola virus appearance, with multiple natural outbreaks of Ebola hemorrhagic fever, it is worthy of consideration as bioweapon by anti-national groups. Further, with the non-availability of the vaccines against Ebola virus, concerns about the public health emerge. In this regard, this review summarizes the structure, genetics and potential of Ebola virus to be used as a bioweapon. We highlight the recent advances in the treatment strategies and vaccine development against Ebola virus. The understanding of these aspects might lead to effective treatment practices which can be applied during the future outbreaks of Ebola.Entities:
Keywords: Bioweapon; Ebola hemorrhagic fever; Ebola outbreak; Ebola vaccine; Ebola virus
Year: 2017 PMID: 29291209 PMCID: PMC5685003 DOI: 10.1007/s13337-017-0398-0
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Virusdisease ISSN: 2347-3584