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Information Relating to Ebola

The New York State Department of Health has sought assistance from the New York State Education Department with its public health efforts to disseminate some information relating to Ebola. It is important for licensed health care professionals to stay informed about the current Ebola outbreaks and have access to up-to-date, reliable information as events unfold. For more information on Ebola outbreaks and infection control measures, health care professionals should visit the following websites:

The New York State Department of Health
www.health.ny.gov/diseases/communicable/ebola/

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
www.cdc.gov/vhf/ebola

(10/20/14)