The Ebola disease is a life-threatening illness caused by the Ebola virus. There is currently no vaccine or specific medication for Ebola. Further discussion includes How does the virus replication work?; What are the symptoms of Ebola and how is it diagnosed?; How does Ebola spread?; How likely are you to get Ebola?; How can you treat Ebola? Surveillance and contact tracing via a good public health system is critical to curtailing Ebola.