18 Questions
What are the symptoms of West Nile Fever?
Joint pain and muscle aches
How does West Nile Meningitis or Encephalitis typically manifest?
Decreased level of consciousness
What is the main route of human infection for West Nile Virus?
Through the bite of an infected mosquito
Where did West Nile Virus originate?
Middle East
What is the outcome for < 1% of people infected with West Nile Virus?
Severe neurological complications
How is control achieved for West Nile Virus?
Using mosquito control measures
Which phase of yellow fever is characterized by jaundice, internal bleeding, and kidney failure?
Toxic phase
Where is yellow fever native to?
West Africa
During which epidemic in the U.S.A. did yellow fever kill 4,044 people?
Philadelphia 1793 epidemic
What historical event saw 90% of Napoleon's force sent to Haiti killed by yellow fever?
Haiti rebellion
Why were many large nineteenth-century homes in New Orleans susceptible to mosquito entry?
Open verandahs and porches design
How long do untreated victims of yellow fever usually survive after developing the toxic phase?
10-14 days
Which of the following factors is associated with an increase in West Nile virus cases in Denver, Colorado?
Both higher temperatures and lower precipitation
What type of organism causes malaria?
Protozoan
How is malaria transmitted from one person to another?
Through the bite of an infected mosquito
What is the primary method used to control malaria in areas like Louisiana?
Using insecticides and anti-malaria drugs
Which of the following statements about malaria is true?
Malaria kills between 1 to 3 million people annually
What is the primary reason for not eradicating all mosquitoes from areas like the bayous of Louisiana?
It would be ecologically undesirable
Explore the correlation between West Nile virus cases in Denver, Colorado, and temperature during the period of April 1 to November 25. This study also looks at the impact of precipitation on the number of reported cases.
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