Taï Forest ebolavirus

Taï Forest ebolavirus is a virus that causes a severe disease known as Ebola in humans and other primates. It was first identified in the Taï National Park in Côte d'Ivoire, West Africa. This virus is part of a larger family of viruses that lead to hemorrhagic fevers, which can be deadly. Infections typically occur through direct contact with the bodily fluids of an infected person or animal. Understanding this virus is crucial for developing treatments, vaccines, and measures to prevent outbreaks, as Ebola poses significant public health risks in affected regions.