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Episode 15: Emerging Vector Borne Diseases: Should We Be Worried
From2 Docs Talk: The podcast about healthcare, the science of medicine and everything in between.
Episode 15: Emerging Vector Borne Diseases: Should We Be Worried
From2 Docs Talk: The podcast about healthcare, the science of medicine and everything in between.
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Length:
14 minutes
Released:
Feb 29, 2016
Format:
Podcast episode
Description
With Zika in the news, it seemed like a good time to examine the vector borne diseases making headway here in the U.S.
In addition to Zika, we need to pay attention to Dengue Fever. Like the West Nile virus and yellow fever, these viruses are spread by the Aedes mosquito - most often Aedes aegypti.
But don't think mosquitoes are the only issue. The Kissing Bug, which isn't nearly as sweet as it sounds, is responsible for the increasing burden of Chagas disease in the southern states. Without giving away their secret, let me just say you might not want to listen to this episode right before bedtime.
Note: This episode was recorded in mid-February. Our understanding of Zika, and its impact on the U.S. is rapidly evolving. Please keep an eye on the CDC pages linked below for the most current information.
Resources:
CDC map of areas affected by Zika
Sexual Transmission of Zika
Zika Virus
Dengue Virus
Chagas Disease
61% of Kissing Bugs Carrying Trypansoma Cruzii
In addition to Zika, we need to pay attention to Dengue Fever. Like the West Nile virus and yellow fever, these viruses are spread by the Aedes mosquito - most often Aedes aegypti.
But don't think mosquitoes are the only issue. The Kissing Bug, which isn't nearly as sweet as it sounds, is responsible for the increasing burden of Chagas disease in the southern states. Without giving away their secret, let me just say you might not want to listen to this episode right before bedtime.
Note: This episode was recorded in mid-February. Our understanding of Zika, and its impact on the U.S. is rapidly evolving. Please keep an eye on the CDC pages linked below for the most current information.
Resources:
CDC map of areas affected by Zika
Sexual Transmission of Zika
Zika Virus
Dengue Virus
Chagas Disease
61% of Kissing Bugs Carrying Trypansoma Cruzii
Released:
Feb 29, 2016
Format:
Podcast episode
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