1. Select a disease that affects humans or animals whose causative agent is a bacteriumvirus, fungus, protozoa, or other microorganism.
2. Create and deliver a presentation on your chosen disease in which you report on each of the following In detall :
Causative Agent: Describe and classify the microbe involved. If known, explain how the microbe causes/transmits the disease or Interferes with normal body functionAlso, describe the vector and/or life cycle for the microbe if applicable).
Populations affected: What populationis) at highest risk of contracting the diseaseAre there any groups of people who should be tested? Please include statistical/geographical data and trends from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, World Health Organization or other source .
Course of Disease: What are the usual signs / symptoms of someone with the disease? How is the disease diagnosed ? What is the usual time course for recovery ? Are there complications and / o * r long term effects?
Interventions : Describe possible treatments and /or medical interventions , Is there a vaccine available ? How can the disease be best prevented or kept under control ?
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