#Ebola
Hashtag for the 2014 Ebola outbreak in West Africa, the largest in history.
Quick Facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Peak | August-November 2014 |
| Affected | Guinea, Liberia, Sierra Leone |
| Deaths | 11,000+ |
| Impact | Global health emergency declared |
Origin & Impact
The 2014 Ebola outbreak in West Africa became a global health crisis and media phenomenon. #Ebola trended for months as the virus spread, healthcare workers died, and isolated cases appeared in the US and Europe. The hashtag was used for news updates, debunking misinformation, and coordinating international response.
The outbreak exposed both the power and problems of social media during health crises. While #Ebola helped spread awareness and mobilize aid, it also amplified panic, conspiracy theories, and misinformation. The World Health Organization and CDC actively used the hashtag to combat false claims and provide accurate information.
Related Hashtags
- #EbolaOutbreak
- #FightEbola
- #HealthcareWorkers
- #WHO