Deadly virus spreads from monkeys to humans from "summary" of The Hot Zone by Richard Preston
In the humid forests of Africa, a deadly virus lurks within the bodies of monkeys, silently waiting for an opportunity to infect humans. This virus, known as the Ebola virus, is highly contagious and has the potential to cause a devastating outbreak if not contained swiftly and effectively. When humans come into contact with infected monkeys, whether through hunting or handling them as pets, the virus can easily jump from one species to another. Once the virus enters the human body, it begins to replicate rapidly, overwhelming the immune system and causing severe symptoms such as fever, vomiting, and hemorrhaging. The transmission of the Ebola virus from monkeys to humans is a terrifying prospect, as it has the potential to spread rapidly within human populations. The virus can be transmitted through bodily fluids such as blood, saliva, and sweat, making it highly contagious and difficult to ...
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