The Emergence of Disease Ecology
... epidemiological theory into a series of transition equations. For the past century, this structure has been the core of infectious disease models and management strategies [4, 29, 30]. Model estimates for transition from susceptible (S) to infected (I) states are described by a transmission term (β) ...
... epidemiological theory into a series of transition equations. For the past century, this structure has been the core of infectious disease models and management strategies [4, 29, 30]. Model estimates for transition from susceptible (S) to infected (I) states are described by a transmission term (β) ...
Slide 1
... patients with neonatal or early infantile-onset variants, as brain MRI features in early-onset disease may be atypical and are unlikely to meet MRI criteria for VWM. ...
... patients with neonatal or early infantile-onset variants, as brain MRI features in early-onset disease may be atypical and are unlikely to meet MRI criteria for VWM. ...
Notes
... • Causes animals to use more energy to maintain homeostasis rather than fight diseases • Is different among aquatic animals because they are always immersed in their environment and cannot escape it – some pathogens are always found in water Homeostasis – an organism’s ability to maintain internal e ...
... • Causes animals to use more energy to maintain homeostasis rather than fight diseases • Is different among aquatic animals because they are always immersed in their environment and cannot escape it – some pathogens are always found in water Homeostasis – an organism’s ability to maintain internal e ...
Biography Dr Mghamba is the current Assistant Director for
... Dr Mghamba is the current Assistant Director for Epidemiology and Disease Control section, a section which oversees extensive communicable disease programs portfolio ranging from Avian Influenza, Rift Valley, Dengue, Ebola to diseases like HIV/AIDS, Malaria, Tuberculosis and Neglected Tropical disea ...
... Dr Mghamba is the current Assistant Director for Epidemiology and Disease Control section, a section which oversees extensive communicable disease programs portfolio ranging from Avian Influenza, Rift Valley, Dengue, Ebola to diseases like HIV/AIDS, Malaria, Tuberculosis and Neglected Tropical disea ...
policy: infection control
... 2) Any body fluids, secretions and excretions except sweat, regardless of whether or not they contain visible blood 3) Non-intact skin (abrasions, skin tears and any rash) 4) Mucous membranes In addition gloves should be worn even if not explicitly delineated above whenever: 1) A risk of gross conta ...
... 2) Any body fluids, secretions and excretions except sweat, regardless of whether or not they contain visible blood 3) Non-intact skin (abrasions, skin tears and any rash) 4) Mucous membranes In addition gloves should be worn even if not explicitly delineated above whenever: 1) A risk of gross conta ...
Seasonal Communicable Diseases and - WHO South
... Human rabies is caused by the rabies virus, which is transmitted through the bite of a rabid animal, commonly dogs. The virus, found in the saliva of an infected animal, can also enter the body through a tear or cut in the skin (abrasion) or mucous membrane of the mouth, eyes, genitals or anus. Afte ...
... Human rabies is caused by the rabies virus, which is transmitted through the bite of a rabid animal, commonly dogs. The virus, found in the saliva of an infected animal, can also enter the body through a tear or cut in the skin (abrasion) or mucous membrane of the mouth, eyes, genitals or anus. Afte ...
Equine Influenza: A Highly Contagious Respiratory Disease
... that affects horses, H7N7 (also known as A1), and H3N8 (also known as A2). This viral disease is spread by inhalation of drops of infective material. When an infected horse coughs or has nasal discharge, and another horse comes in contact with the infective material, that horse is exposed. The virus ...
... that affects horses, H7N7 (also known as A1), and H3N8 (also known as A2). This viral disease is spread by inhalation of drops of infective material. When an infected horse coughs or has nasal discharge, and another horse comes in contact with the infective material, that horse is exposed. The virus ...
Detection and Classification of Respiratory Infections via Exhaled
... • Klebsiella pneumonia high mortality rate of ~ 50% ...
... • Klebsiella pneumonia high mortality rate of ~ 50% ...
Histoplasma capsulatum Histoplasma capsulatum
... Goal: Other disease or conditions that need to be eliminated Other infectious diseases ...
... Goal: Other disease or conditions that need to be eliminated Other infectious diseases ...
B2B LA Heme_Onc talk_FinalNA
... Other than a CBC and smear, which of the following WOULD NOT be a part of a hemolysis work-up? A) AST and ALT B) Reticuolcytes C) DAT D) LDH E) Bilirubin ...
... Other than a CBC and smear, which of the following WOULD NOT be a part of a hemolysis work-up? A) AST and ALT B) Reticuolcytes C) DAT D) LDH E) Bilirubin ...
Chapter 1
... The use of whole blood and blood products can be a life giving and lifesaving practice. As populations increase, so does the demand for blood. In some countries, especially in the developing world, blood is not screened and may harbor the causative agents of HIV infection, hepatitis, syphilis, malar ...
... The use of whole blood and blood products can be a life giving and lifesaving practice. As populations increase, so does the demand for blood. In some countries, especially in the developing world, blood is not screened and may harbor the causative agents of HIV infection, hepatitis, syphilis, malar ...
Blood Borne pre read Handout
... To prevent the transmission of bloodborne pathogens, “Universal Precautions” must be used with the assumption that all blood and certain body fluids are potentially infectious. “Universal Precautions” is an approach to infection control and requires the use of exposure control measures and personal ...
... To prevent the transmission of bloodborne pathogens, “Universal Precautions” must be used with the assumption that all blood and certain body fluids are potentially infectious. “Universal Precautions” is an approach to infection control and requires the use of exposure control measures and personal ...
Rickettsial (Spotted and Typhus Fevers) and Related Infections
... While many rickettsial diseases cause mild or moderate illness, epidemic typhus and RMSF can be quite severe and may be fatal in 20%–60% of untreated cases. Most symptoms associated with rickettsial infections are very nonspecific and require further tests to make an accurate diagnosis. ...
... While many rickettsial diseases cause mild or moderate illness, epidemic typhus and RMSF can be quite severe and may be fatal in 20%–60% of untreated cases. Most symptoms associated with rickettsial infections are very nonspecific and require further tests to make an accurate diagnosis. ...
Viral Meningitis (non-bacterial meningitis)
... What is viral meningitis? Viral meningitis is an infection of the fluid that surrounds a person’s spinal cord and brain. There are many types of viruses that can cause this disease, including common intestinal (stomach) viruses. Occasionally, children with mumps virus or herpes virus can develop men ...
... What is viral meningitis? Viral meningitis is an infection of the fluid that surrounds a person’s spinal cord and brain. There are many types of viruses that can cause this disease, including common intestinal (stomach) viruses. Occasionally, children with mumps virus or herpes virus can develop men ...
7 Epidemiology Flashcards
... -Process by which microorganisms attach themselves to cells -Required to successfully establish colonies within the host -Attachment proteins help in adhesion -Found on viruses and many bacteria -Viral or bacterial ligands bind host cell ...
... -Process by which microorganisms attach themselves to cells -Required to successfully establish colonies within the host -Attachment proteins help in adhesion -Found on viruses and many bacteria -Viral or bacterial ligands bind host cell ...
INTERSTITIAL KERATITIS Nonsyphilitic Interstitial Keratitis (Cogan`s
... recovery and preservation ...
... recovery and preservation ...
How to Break the Chain of Infection in your Outpatient Clinic/Medical
... Keep skin infections covered with clean, dry bandages Use contact precautions Clean and disinfect exam room and equipment Do not share sports equipment, towels, soap, clothing, razors, linens…. ...
... Keep skin infections covered with clean, dry bandages Use contact precautions Clean and disinfect exam room and equipment Do not share sports equipment, towels, soap, clothing, razors, linens…. ...
Overview of Category A Bioterrorism Agents
... • Extremely infectious; as few as 10 organisms can cause disease • Small mammals (rabbits) – reservoirs • Occurs in North America, Europe, Russia, China and Japan ...
... • Extremely infectious; as few as 10 organisms can cause disease • Small mammals (rabbits) – reservoirs • Occurs in North America, Europe, Russia, China and Japan ...
Factsheet Ebola virus disease and close contacts
... Factsheet Ebola virus disease and close contacts Ebola virus disease (EVD) is a severe, often fatal illness, with a case fatality rate of up to 90%. It is one of the world's most virulent diseases. The infection is transmitted by direct contact with the blood, body fluids and tissues of infected ani ...
... Factsheet Ebola virus disease and close contacts Ebola virus disease (EVD) is a severe, often fatal illness, with a case fatality rate of up to 90%. It is one of the world's most virulent diseases. The infection is transmitted by direct contact with the blood, body fluids and tissues of infected ani ...
bloodborne pathogens 2016-2017 - Western Dubuque Community
... False-Anyone can be a potential carrier of HIV and the Hepatitis viruses. True- Chronic Hepatitis B is a serious disease that can result in long-term health problems, including liver damage, liver failure leading to cirrhosis, liver cancer, or even death. True- Hepatitis B virus can survive outside ...
... False-Anyone can be a potential carrier of HIV and the Hepatitis viruses. True- Chronic Hepatitis B is a serious disease that can result in long-term health problems, including liver damage, liver failure leading to cirrhosis, liver cancer, or even death. True- Hepatitis B virus can survive outside ...
Leptospirosis
Leptospirosis (also known as field fever, rat catcher's yellows, and pretibial fever among others names) is an infection caused by corkscrew-shaped bacteria called Leptospira. Symptoms can range from none to mild such as headaches, muscle pains, and fevers; to severe with bleeding from the lungs or meningitis. If the infection causes the person to turn yellow, have kidney failure and bleeding, it is then known as Weil's disease. If it causes lots of bleeding from the lungs it is known as severe pulmonary haemorrhage syndrome.Up to 13 different genetic types of Leptospira may cause disease in humans. It is transmitted by both wild and domestic animals. The most common animals that spread the disease are rodents. It is often transmitted by animal urine or by water or soil containing animal urine coming into contact with breaks in the skin, eyes, mouth, or nose. In the developing world the disease most commonly occurs in farmers and poor people who live in cities. In the developed world it most commonly occurs in those involved in outdoor activities in warm and wet areas of the world. Diagnosis is typically by looking for antibodies against the bacteria or finding its DNA in the blood.Efforts to prevent the disease include protective equipment to prevent contact when working with potentially infected animals, washing after this contact, and reducing rodents in areas people live and work. The antibiotic doxycycline, when used in an effort to prevent infection among travellers, is of unclear benefit. Vaccines for animals exist for certain type of Leptospira which may decrease the risk of spread to humans. Treatment if infected is with antibiotics such as: doxycycline, penicillin, or ceftriaxone. Weil's disease and severe pulmonary haemorrhage syndrome result in death rates greater than 10% and 50%, respectively, even with treatment.It is estimated that seven to ten million people are infected by leptospirosis a year. The number of deaths this causes is not clear. The disease is most common in tropical areas of the world but may occur anywhere. Outbreaks may occur in slums of the developing world. The disease was first described by Weil in 1886 in Germany. Animals who are infected may have no symptoms, mild symptoms, or severe symptoms. Symptoms may vary by the type of animal. In some animals Leptospira live in the reproductive tract, leading to transmission during mating.