The average mortality rate for Ebola infection is about 50%. The main routes of transmission of Ebola virus are contact, aerosol, syringe, and sexual transmission. Patients in the acute phase have very high levels of virus in their blood, and this hyperviraemia can persist until the patient dies. The patient’s vomit, feces, and conjunctival secretions are also highly infectious. Skin and mucous membrane contact with the patient’s blood, body fluids, and excretions, as well as items contaminated with the above contaminants, is the primary cause of transmission. Close contact between healthcare workers or patients’ family members and patients is an important factor in the expansion of Ebola hemorrhagic fever. Contact with infected animals such as bats or primates may also be contagious. Transmission of Ebola hemorrhagic fever in rhesus monkeys may be caused by aerosols, and there is no evidence that mosquito bites transmit Ebola. Prevention and treatment of Ebola can currently be achieved through vaccination against the Ebola virus. It is important to take daily precautions, wear masks whenever possible, and avoid getting too close to contact with Ebola patients.