Biological Agents and Human Health Quiz

Highly contagious disease of birds

Bacillus anthracis

Immediate culling of infected and exposed birds

<p>Weaponized for use in bioterrorism or other crimes</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Either directly or indirectly</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Bacteria, viruses, fungi, other microorganisms</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Biological agents include bacteria, viruses, fungi, and other microorganisms, and their associated toxins. They have the ability to adversely affect human health in a variety of ways, ranging from relatively mild allergic reactions to serious medical conditions—even death.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Biological agents can spread from person to person either directly or indirectly, and some, such as the Zika virus, are transmitted by insect vectors.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Anthrax is caused by a spore-forming bacterium called Bacillus anthracis, and it is generally acquired following contact with anthrax-infected animals or anthrax-contaminated animal products.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Poultry experts agree that immediate culling of infected and exposed birds is the first line of defense for both the protection of human health and the reduction of further losses in the agricultural sector.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Avian influenza is described as a highly contagious disease of birds which is currently epidemic amongst poultry in Asia.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Biological agents can be weaponized for use in bioterrorism or other crimes.</p> Signup and view all the answers