Join us on a gripping journey into the forests of West Africa, where a seemingly routine expedition turns dangerous. An encounter with a bat leads to an Ebola virus infection, a virus infamous for causing severe inflammation, tissue damage, and a disrupted clotting mechanism, often resulting in internal and external bleeding. With a staggering average fatality rate of 50%, how soon will symptoms appear, what steps can be taken to combat the virus, and how much time do you have to survive? Discover effective treatments, such as the Ervebo vaccine, and learn about critical drugs like vasopressors that aid in recovery.

00:00:00: Introduction to surviving an Ebola infection.
00:00:49: Overview of symptoms, including eye bleeding and rapid progression.
00:03:07: Significance of bilirubin buildup in the bloodstream.
00:06:13: Importance of vasopressor drugs and isolation for treatment.
00:07:09: Effectiveness of the Ervebo vaccine in combating Ebola.

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See show notes: https://inlet.fm/how-to-survive/episodes/671aa277547aa357809848c6

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