What is the reservoirs of the pathogen

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In this module, we discussed how infectious diseases are treated, how pathogenic they are and how prevalent they are in the world. In order to treat diseases, we have to understand where they come from and how they are transmitted. Answer the following questions to help build a robust background for your infectious disease. Answer each question thoroughly. choose any disease that is not monkeypox or dengue virus.

Questions:

1. Describe the prevalence and transmission of the disease/pathogen.

2. When was it first identified? Who discovered it?

3. Where (in the world, be specific) is the disease prevalent? How many people are currently infected?

4. What is the rate of new infections? What are the rates of morbidity and mortality?

5. What is/are the reservoirs of the pathogen? What is/are the mode(s) of transmission?

6. What are the major signs and symptoms of infection?

7. How is the disease diagnosed?

8. What types of medical treatment(s) exist? Describe how these treatments affect the progression of the disease.

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