Duda's Epic Quest To Epicness

Medical Topic of the day:
Today's Topic:  Ebola!

Not to be confused with this.

Off the top of my head:  Ebola is a scary scary virus that is usually deadly.  I do not know the exact specifics of it off the top of my head but I think it makes you drown in your own blood or something.  They made a movie about it.

Nobody ever wants to hug me!

My research today:  Ebola is a deadly virus that infects humans and primates.  It is named after a river in the Congo where it was first recognized as a virus.  There are five known subtypes of Ebola, four of which are transmittable to humans.  The Ebola virus causes Ebola Hemorrhagic Fever which is often fatal in humans.

The exact origin of the Ebola virus is uncertain but most experts believe it originates in African primates and appears to be native to the African continent although it has appeared in the Philippines as well.  How transmission of the virus between primates and humans occurs is not known but it is believed to be from direct contact.  So don't hug monkeys or baboons in Africa.

No hugz? :(

Humans spread the virus though body fluid or secretion exposure which is more common in health care settings. Laboratory tests show that primates are able to transmit the disease via airborne particulate but this has not been studied in humans.

Incubation of the Ebola virus is from 2 to 21 days with a sudden onset of clinical symptoms.  Headache, fever, and muscles aches are common in early onset often followed by GI upset and bleeding as well as bleeding from mucous membranes.  A skin rash may also occur.  Fatalities usually result from myocarditis or pulmonary edema.

There is no FDA approved treatment regimen for ebola virus.  You either survive it with supportive care or you don't.  The most lethal variant of the Ebola virus is the Zaire variant which has an 89% mortality rate in humans.

Scary stuff.  Now go read Outbreak by Michael Crichton!

Quest to 180:
Current Weight:  227 - I went up!  WTF?  That EA trainer thing is bulding muscle I hope.
Activity Today:  Walking 3 miles.
Diet today: Had a lil pizza.  Not too bad though

Comments: That EA Active Trainer tried to kill me yesterday.

The MAN:
Confidence Level:  Ok
Social Engineering Tactics:  Confidence
Comments:  Looking for a wingman


Random:
Listening to:  Jay Z
Watching:  American Restoration on the History Channel
Reading:  The Island of Moreau by H.G. Wells

Something fun:  CIA World Factbook - I figured this article got me on a couple government watch lists so I'll share the love.  But seriously though, it is a great resource.

The infamous Red BAron was a shitty pilot but a great marksman.  He had a small silver cup for each person he had shot down engraved with their names.  80 cups in total.

Questions or comments can be submitted to dudaday@gmail.com

Disclaimer:  I am not a health care provider, any information presented in this blog should not be considered advice it is mealy an outlet to slake my curiosity.  You should always consult your primary medical provider for any concerns or illness.  Unlike Tylenol, I am not approved by the FDA or American Medical Association to treat or provide relief for any ailment.