Infectious disease: Mobilizing Ebola survivors to curb the epidemic.

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Title:	Infectious disease: Mobilizing Ebola survivors to curb the epidemic.
Authors:	Epstein, Joshua M., Sauer, Lauren M., Chelen, Julia, Hatna, Erez, Parker, Jon, Rothman, Richard E., Rubinson, Lewis
Source:	Nature. 12/18/2014, Vol. 516 Issue 7531, p323-325. 3p.
Subjects:	Ebola virus, Epidemics, Infectious disease transmission, Social stigma, Public health
Abstract:	The article suggests an approach that can be used by African countries to control the Ebola outbreak. The strategy, called Mobilization of Recovered individuals (MORE), involves engaging those who have recovered from Ebola to reduce transmission. Also discussed are ways to reduce stigma and social marginalization against Ebola survivors.
Database:	Psychology and Behavioral Sciences Collection

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Abstract:	The article suggests an approach that can be used by African countries to control the Ebola outbreak. The strategy, called Mobilization of Recovered individuals (MORE), involves engaging those who have recovered from Ebola to reduce transmission. Also discussed are ways to reduce stigma and social marginalization against Ebola survivors.
ISSN:	00280836
DOI:	10.1038/516323a