Abstract :
Aim: In the wake of the latest epidemic of Ebola, it has become important for
healthcare personnel around the world to be very cautious regarding the contagious
nature of the disease. This study was conducted among undergraduate dental students
to assess the baseline knowledge and awareness about different aspects of Ebola.
Methodology: A total of 212 students from third-year, final-year and internship were
selected for the study. A pre-designed, structured and self-administered questionnaire
was used for data collection. The first part had questions related to knowledge,
epidemiology and transmission of Ebola. Second part was concerned with the
symptoms, treatment and prevention aspect. Questions were close-ended with
multiple-answer type.
Keyword :
Ebola, Knowledge, Awareness, Dental students.