The state of Connecticut has launched a website to keep residents informed about the Ebola virus after a few reported cases and scares nationwide.
“Many residents have questions and concerns. For that reason, we felt it was important to create a localized site where information will be updated on an ongoing basis,” Gov. Dannel P. Malloy. “While there are no cases of Ebola in Connecticut, we are taking safety measures to prevent the spread of this virus should someone in our state become sick with Ebola. Our health officials and Unified Command Team have been meeting to prepare for a potential case here in Connecticut.”
State Department of Health Commissioner Jewel Mullen said that "a widespread outbreak of Ebola" is unlikely in the United States, but that officials want residents to be informed and know the preparations Connecticut is taking in the event of any cases in state.
"“This site provides people with access to timely and accurate information about Ebola and the work the state and its partners are doing to protect Connecticut," she said.
The new website also has resources for health care providers, such as information about protective gear and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidelines.
You can visit the state website at www.ct.gov/ebola. The United Way also has more information on its own website, www.211ct.org.
