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4 days ago · Rocky Mountain spotted fever (RMSF), a severe and potentially deadly tickborne disease caused by Rickettsia rickettsii bacteria, occurs throughout the Americas. The classic epidemiology of RMSF is characterized by isolated and sporadic cases of disease that occur predominantly in rural or suburban settings [1] .
4 days ago · Tickborne diseases, including Lyme disease and Rocky Mountain spotted fever, are increasing in incidence and distribution in the United States. Tickborne diseases are transmitted to humans through the bite of an infected tick, and infections typically occur during the summer months, when ticks are most active.
4 days ago · So far this year, the U.S. has seen more than 120 cases of the highly contagious disease — more than double the cases for all of 2023. Still, chances of widespread transmission remains low.
3 days ago · This activity is intended for primary care clinicians, infectious disease specialists, and other clinicians caring for patients, particularly children, with fever, rash and other symptoms for which Rocky Mountain spotted fever and meningococcemia would be included in the differential. The goal of this activity is to compile a differential for ...
1 day ago · Other diseases that can be spread by microorganisms in desert dust include: pneumonia (from multiple, different infectious agents) SARS, meningitis, COVID, and tuberculosis. Immediate spread of disease is not the only threat to human health during drought. Reports show that exposure to PM 2.5 reduces immune system function, making residents ...
1 day ago · Measles is a contagious respiratory infection that causes a rash and fever, and can lead to pneumonia and other complications. Symptoms include high fever, rash, cough, runny nose and red eyes.
3 days ago · SAN DIEGO ( FOX 5/KUSI) — An invasive mosquito species that can carry dangerous diseases has been identified in several counties across California, including in San Diego County. Invasive Aedes aegypti mosquitoes, also known as the yellow fever mosquito, usually bite several times, and are active during the day.