Select ONE of the following viral agents for your assignment.
Human papillomavirus, Influenza A, Hepatitis B, Rotavirus, Norovirus, Varicella-zoster, Ebola, Zika virus, West Nile
After selecting answer the following
- Discuss where the organism is normally found and how is it spread?What are the virulence factors of the organism?
- What are the symptoms and incubation period of the infection caused by the organism?
- How would you diagnose an infection caused by the organism?
- Describe how the organism infects different organs and how the immune system responds to infection.
- What is the current treatment plan for the infections caused by the organism and the treatment success rate?
- What populations are most at risk for infection?
- What environments and sources are associated with the organism?
- What are some public health implications of the infection caused by the agent?
- What precautions can the public take to prevent infections?