Overview
West Nile virus was first identified in Uganda, Africa, in 1937, and was not detected in the United States until 1999. The virus is spread by mosquitoes and usually presents no signs or symptoms. In 20 percent of cases, a mild infection known as West Nile fever results; in less than 1 percent of cases, encephalitis develops, which may lead to death. West Nile Virus, Second Edition looks at the disease's symptoms and transmission, treatment, prevention, and recent research.
Deadly diseases affect everyone. Although not all cases are fatal, each disease causes a degree of harm and discomfort to those whom it afflicts and sometimes can have long-lasting consequences. Each book in the series Deadly Diseases and Epidemics takes the reader through all aspects of a disease-from its history and causes or method of infection to its treatment and prevention. The books provide a foundation for understanding the basics of microbiology, immunology, and epidemiology.
Synopsis
West Nile virus was first identified in Uganda, Africa, in 1937, and was not detected in the United States until 1999. The virus is spread by mosquitoes and usually presents no signs or symptoms. In 20 percent of cases, a mild infection known as West Nile fever results; in less than 1 percent of cases, encephalitis develops, which may lead to death. West Nile Virus, Second Edition looks at the disease's symptoms and transmission, treatment, prevention, and recent research.
Deadly diseases affect everyone. Although not all cases are fatal, each disease causes a degree of harm and discomfort to those whom it afflicts and sometimes can have long-lasting consequences. Each book in the series Deadly Diseases and Epidemics takes the reader through all aspects of a disease-from its history and causes or method of infection to its treatment and prevention. The books provide a foundation for understanding the basics of microbiology, immunology, and epidemiology.