Ebola is a highly contagious and deadly virus that attacks a person's blood system. There is no known cure for Ebola, and victims are usually treated for symptoms with the faint hope that they recover. To protect yourself and others, wash your hands frequently, avoid physical contact with people, restrict yourself to food you prepared yourself, disinfect your surroundings, fumigate if you have pests, use protective gear if you must care or go near someone you suspect has Ebola, and report any suspicious symptoms in yourself or anyone else immediately. Educate everyone around you about the virus to keep them safe.