Cutting off the snake´s head

When we were growing up, once in a while, someone would see a poisonous snake lurking on the ground or in a tree. The general reaction to this would usually have everyone rushing to find long sticks to beat the snake to death. When this is done, usually someone cuts off its head and buries it very deeply. So that noone can mistakenly step on it. This is the same attitude we have to have with Ebola. Cut off its head. Do not play with it!