The disease is potentially fatal in immunocompromised individuals. Transmission is by aerosol. Prevention is achieved through the use of protective clothing and respiratory protection. Several pox viruses , including monkeypox and Yaba virus can cause painful nodular lesions in the skin of humans and nonhuman primates. Transmission is by direct contact, although infected tissues could present a risk to laboratory workers.
Prevention of disease is through use of protective clothing.
Nonhuman primates may be carriers of filoviruses such as Ebola . These viruses cause an acute hemorrhagic fever in humans and nonhuman primates that is often fatal. Flood and body fluids are potential sources of the virus. Use of protective clothing and eyewear is preventative. Animals are screened upon entry into the country for filoviruses.