Tajikistan takes preventive measures against Ebola
Special preventive measures have been imposed at the Dushanbe International Airport (DIA) in Tajikistan due to Ebola spread, DIA spokesman Mahmadyusuf Shodiev told local media.
He said the preventive measures include monitoring of all passengers arriving by direct or transit flights from Ebola-affected countries.
"Passengers looking suspicious are asked several questions and their body temperature is measured directly at the airport. In case the related symptoms are detected the passenger is handed over to the physicians, and additional measures are taken," Shodiyev said.
Ebola virus is rapidly spreading in West Africa, namely in Liberia, Sierra Leone, Guinea, Nigeria, Congo and Senegal. The cases of Ebola infection have been registered in the U.S., Spain, Norway, Australia and other countries as well.
The World Heath Organization (WHO) reports 4,033 people have died so far, with 8,399 probable or suspected cases. However in reality, this number could be much higher due to under reporting of the disease.