Choice of mask is very important. Surgical masks worn correctly are the best. They are water proof on the outside and absorbent on the inside, ONLY if WORN CORRECTLY. To wear your mask correctly, make sure the blue side is on the outside. It is water proof and will protect outside germs from coming into […]
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Frequently asked Questions about COVID 19
Credit: CDC January 30th 2020 Q: What is 2019 Novel Coronavirus? A: The 2019 Novel Coronavirus, or 2019-nCoV, is a new respiratory virus first identified in Wuhan, Hubei Province, China. Learn about 2019 Novel Coronavirus. Q: What is a novel coronavirus? A: A novel coronavirus (CoV) is a new coronavirus that has not been previously identified. […]
If you suspect COVID 19
Credit: CDC Steps to help prevent the spread of 2019-nCoV if you are sick If you are sick with 2019-nCoV follow the steps below to help prevent 2019-nCoV from spreading to people in your home and community. Stay home except to get medical care You should not leave your home, except to get medical care. […]
Prevention and Treatment of Cov 19
Credit: CDC Prevention There is currently no vaccine to prevent 2019-nCoV infection. The best way to prevent infection is to avoid being exposed to this virus. However, as a reminder, CDC always recommends everyday preventive actions to help prevent the spread of respiratory viruses, including: Wash your hands often with soap and water for at […]
How COVID 19 Spreads
Credit: CDC Coronaviruses are a large family of viruses that are common in many different species of animals, including camels, cattle, cats, and bats. Rarely, animal coronaviruses can infect people and then spread between people such as with MERSand SARS. When person-to-person spread has occurred with MERS and SARS, it is thought to have happened mainly via […]
What is Corona Virus
Credit: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention CDC Human Coronavirus Types Coronaviruses are named for the crown-like spikes on their surface. There are four main sub-groupings of coronaviruses, known as alpha, beta, gamma, and delta. Human coronaviruses were first identified in the mid-1960s. The seven coronaviruses that can infect people are: Common human coronaviruses 229E […]
Q fever
Q fever description Q fever is a bacterial disease that affects both humans and animals. It is caused by Coxiella burnetii. Q fever has a worldwide distribution with exception of New Zealand Q fever animal Symptoms The most common sign of infection in animals is abortion during late pregnancy. Most animals do not show any […]
Rabies
Rabies Description Rabies is a fatal viral disease affecting all mammals and most often transmitted to humans from rabid animals through bites or scratches In 99% of cases, domestic dogs are responsible for rabies virus transmission to humans. The disease is almost always fatal following onset of clinical signs Rabies is present on all continents, […]
Trypanosomiasis
Trypanosomiasis description Trypanosomiasis is a disease of humans and animals caused by blood parasites and transmitted by tsetse flies. Trypanosomiasis is called Nagana in animals and sleeping sickness in humans. Nagana causes serious economic losses in livestock from anemia, loss of condition and emaciation. Many untreated cases are fatal In humans, sleeping sickness is commonly […]
Rift Valley Fever
Rift Valley Fever Description Rift Valley Fever or RVF is an acute fever-causing disease affecting animals (cattle, buffalo, sheep, goats, camels) that can also cause illness in humans. Rift Valley Fever Virus is mainly transmitted by mosquitoes, so outbreaks are mostly seen during heavy rainfall seasons. Rift Valley fever occurs throughout most of Africa, and […]