WHO Recommends Avoidance Of Handshake To Control Spread Of Ebola

The World Health Organisation has recommended to people to find
different ways of greeting apart from handshakes to reduce the chances of contracting the Ebola virus. 

It further recommends the proper
washing of hands with soap under running water to avoid the spread of the virus and other contagious diseases. 

WHO representative in Ghana
Dr. Magda Robalo said coughing into one's elbow instead of the hands is one way to halt the spread of the disease. 

According to the WHO, an increased  education on the risks factors of Ebola and the adherence
to  strict hygienic measures are the only means of stopping the spread of the virus. 

It advises health practitioners  to be cautious as early symptoms are non specific, and apply standard precautions with all
patients regardless of their diagnosis in all work practices at all times.

GRAPHIC