Overview

In March 2019, eastern parts of Democratic Republic of Congo were suffering from the second-worst outbreak of the deadly Ebola virus in history. Neighboring Uganda watched with concern as the crisis unfolds, wary of allowing Ebola to spread to its people. This report covers measures Uganda was taking at its borders in an effort to keep Ebola out.

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Discussion Questions

What problems can you identify in this story? Are solutions presented?
In what way might this story be relevant in your community?
What lessons from Uganda’s Ebola prevention can be applied to other disease prevention efforts?
One key effort in Uganda has been to create a culture of disease awareness and prevention. Does that culture exist in countries that aren’t on the front lines of diseases like Ebola?

Writing Prompts (250 Words)

Is there a moral imperative or other reason for wealthy countries to get involved in disease containment and treatment in other parts of the world? Why or why not?