Ebola Quote by Andrew Cormier
““Ebola then turns the insides of its host into jelly: you begin to vomit black junk which is basically your dissolved liver and internal organs.””
About This Quote
Source Interview: Documentary on Ebola, 2014
The disease destroys internal organs, turning them into a gelatinous mess that is vomited.
In simple terms: Ebola causes organs to dissolve and be expelled.
Recognize the severity of viral damage.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- medical research
- public health education
- clinical treatment
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does vivid imagery affect public perception of disease?
- What responsibilities do communicators have when describing illness?
The description may be graphic and sensational.