Ebola virus can be transmitted through semen.

True

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False

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Solution

The correct option is A True
The Ebola virus is transmitted among humans through close and direct physical contact with infected bodily fluids, the most infectious being blood, feces and vomit. The Ebola virus has also been detected in breast milk, urine, and semen. As Ebola virus is detected in semen the virus can be transmitted through semen especially during sexual intercourse.
So, the correct answer is 'True'.

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