Ebola Map May Help Stop Future Outbreaks

Oxford University scientists have developed a map of areas where animals are likely to be infected with the Ebola virus. They say it’s a first step toward predicting where future outbreaks might occur. Scientists say the current Ebola outbreak in West Africa began when a human came into contact with an infected animal. The most likely culprit is a fruit bat. The can carry the virus without getting sick. Dr. Nick Golding, of Oxford University’s Department of Zoology, said. “The...

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