West Africa
 | Lessons from Guinea, Ebola to COVID-19Before COVID-19, there was Ebola — a virus that ravaged West Africa and fueled fear that tore at the social fabric of communities. The stories and lessons learned from Ebola have never been so relevant. In 2013, the Ebola virus hit Guinea. The lack of trust between communities, health workers, and authorities hindered its eradication. In two years, 2,543 citizens died. Afterward, many people saw health centers as hotbeds for Ebola. This fear dissuaded people from receiving vaccinations and other needed health services. |