The Ebola virus, a member of the Filoviridae family, is responsible for severe and often fatal hemorrhagic fever in humans. First identified in 1976 in the Democratic Republic of Congo, outbreaks have since occurred in various Central African countries. The virus is zoonotic, with bats considered natural reservoirs. Ebola spreads through direct contact with infected bodily fluids and tissues, making healthcare settings particularly vulnerable to transmission. The incubation period is 2 to 21 days, during which individuals may be asymptomatic. Symptoms include fever, severe headache, muscle pain, fatigue, diarrhea, and bleeding - both internal and external. Case fatality rates can be high, ranging from 25% to 90%. Rapid diagnostic tests, PCR, and serological assays are used for diagnosis. Supportive care, including hydration and treatment of specific symptoms, remains the primary approach, as no specific antiviral drugs are approved. Strict infection prevention and control measures are crucial to contain outbreaks, and experimental vaccines have shown promise in preventing Ebola infection.