Question 1

What is Ebola vaccine used for?

Accepted Answer

Prevention of Ebola virus disease (the dangerous fever that causes severe bleeding, organ failure, and death)

Question 2

How do you take Ebola vaccine?

Accepted Answer

This is not a tablet — it is given as an injection by a trained health worker. You receive the first injection (Zabdeno) in your upper arm, then about 8 weeks later you receive the second injection (Mvabea) to complete the protection. You cannot give this to yourself at home.

Question 3

What are the side effects of Ebola vaccine?

Accepted Answer

Pain, swelling or redness where the injection was given, feeling tired or weak, muscle pain or body pain, headache, mild fever

Question 4

Who should not take Ebola vaccine?

Accepted Answer

People who had a severe allergic reaction to the first dose (Zabdeno) should not take the second dose (Mvabea). Anyone with a serious illness or high fever should wait until they recover before getting vaccinated. Always inform the health worker of any allergies or ongoing health conditions.

Question 5

Is Ebola vaccine safe during pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

Pregnant and breastfeeding women should only receive this vaccine if the risk of Ebola exposure is very high — consult your doctor before taking it.

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