Chagas Disease – A Silent Threat to South America
Chagas disease, also known as American trypanosomiasis, is a neglected tropical disease caused by the parasite Trypanosoma cruzi. It affects […]
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Norovirus In Numbers : Global Burden, Symptoms, and Impact on Public Health
Norovirus is the leading cause of acute gastroenteritis worldwide, causing an estimated 685 million infections and 210,000 deaths annually. It significantly affects young children and developing countries. The economic impact is substantial, costing the U.S. about $2 billion yearly. Effective prevention measures are crucial to combat its high transmission rates and health burden.
Norovirus: Introduction, Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis and Treatment
What is Norovirus? Norovirus infection, often referred to as the “winter vomiting bug,” is a highly contagious cause of acute
Schistosomiasis
What is Schistosomiasis? Schistosomiasis, also known as bilharzia, is a neglected tropical disease caused by parasitic worms that depend on
Gonorrhea
What is Gonorrhea? Gonorrhoea is a common bacterial sexually transmitted infection caused by Neisseria gonorrhoeae, primarily transmitted through vaginal, oral,
Pneumonia
What is Pneumonia? Pneumonia is an inflammatory condition of the lungs, most often caused by infection. While the majority of
Chagas Disease
What is Chagas Disease? Chagas disease is a parasitic infection caused by Trypanosoma cruzi, first identified in 1909 by Carlos
Myocarditis
What is Myocarditis? Myocarditis is inflammation of heart muscle, known as myocardium. It is a rare disease which can reduce
Dengue
What is Dengue? Dengue is a globally significant mosquito-borne viral infection caused by four closely related serotypes (DENV-1 to DENV-4).