Due to the Ebola outbreak in West Africa, Kenya has implemented precaution measures that will officially close its borders temporarily from any entry of travelers that have visited the countries of Liberia, Guinea and Sierra Leone.

In addition to closing its borders for entry, Kenya is issuing a suspension on any outgoing flights to the select few of West African countries mentioned as well.

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Reports show the underestimated Ebola outbreak in West Africa has already infected as many as over 2,000 people with a climbing rate of over 1,000 people dead due to the virus. That's a fatality rate of over 50 percent!

Early signs of Ebola start out with feverish-type symptoms including fatigue, sore throat and headaches. The virus then quickly targets multiple organ functions, which cause vomiting and can lead to internal bleeding.

There is currently no cure available for Ebola. Health officials are not ruling out the possibility of using treatments and vaccines for strictly experimental purposes.

Although the virus is not airborne, Ebola can be spread fairly easily through means of bodily fluids including saliva, urine and blood.

According to Kenyan government, the only exception to being able to enter the country if you're coming from Liberia, Guinea or Sierra Leone - is if you're either a health professional or a Kenyan citizen.

However, any health professional or citizen returning will have to endure comprehensive tests and screenings while being monitored very closely, according to the Ministry of Health.

The U.N. is reportedly trying to gather more information and will team up with any countries affected by the Ebola outbreak.

The Quarantine rate in West Africa is estimated to be as many as 1 million people and the U.N. will also collaborate with the World Food Program to help feed all these people who are in dire need. 

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