Articles related to "Yellow Fever"
Yellow Fever Vaccine
Unless you are traveling to Africa or South America, yellow fever is not an infectious travel risk that need concern you.
yellow fever • vaccine • immunization • side effects • mosquito
Unless you are traveling to Africa or South America, yellow fever is not an infectious travel risk that need concern you.
yellow fever • vaccine • immunization • side effects • mosquito
Yellow Fever
Yellow fever is caused by a virus transmitted by the bite of a mosquito during a blood meal. The disease may be mild or severe resulting in death in 5-70% of those infect
yellow fever • mosquito • infection • africa • america
Yellow fever is caused by a virus transmitted by the bite of a mosquito during a blood meal. The disease may be mild or severe resulting in death in 5-70% of those infect
yellow fever • mosquito • infection • africa • america
A Cure for Yellow Fever
Under the guidance of Dr. Walter Reed, several brave men and women made the ultimate sacrifice to discover the cause of the dreaded yellow fever.
yellow fever • dr. walter reed • haitian rebellion • panama canal • carlos finlay
Under the guidance of Dr. Walter Reed, several brave men and women made the ultimate sacrifice to discover the cause of the dreaded yellow fever.
yellow fever • dr. walter reed • haitian rebellion • panama canal • carlos finlay
Yellow Fever Infection
The yellow fever virus is believed to have originated in Africa 3000 years ago.
fever • yellow fever • slave trade • mosquito • epidemic
The yellow fever virus is believed to have originated in Africa 3000 years ago.
fever • yellow fever • slave trade • mosquito • epidemic
Antebellum Trivia
Interesting bits of history from everyday life in antebellum Louisiana.
antebellum • louisiana • slave • yellow fever • immigrants
Interesting bits of history from everyday life in antebellum Louisiana.
antebellum • louisiana • slave • yellow fever • immigrants
Travel Associated Dengue
Travel to dengue-endemic areas is a risk for contracting dengue fever (DF) and dengue hemorrhagic fever (DHF).
dengue • vaccine • immunization • mosquito • deet
Travel to dengue-endemic areas is a risk for contracting dengue fever (DF) and dengue hemorrhagic fever (DHF).
dengue • vaccine • immunization • mosquito • deet
A Mother for All - Part 1
The life and work of Mary Jane Seacole has recently been under a deserved spotlight..how she would have chuckled!
mary seacole • mary seacole • jamaica • jamaica • kingston
The life and work of Mary Jane Seacole has recently been under a deserved spotlight..how she would have chuckled!
mary seacole • mary seacole • jamaica • jamaica • kingston
Mosquito-Borne Illnesses
Besides being pests, mosquitoes can carry and transmit numerous diseases. This article will discuss some of the more common ailments that can be transmitted.
mosquito • mosquitoes • mosquitos • illness • illnesses
Besides being pests, mosquitoes can carry and transmit numerous diseases. This article will discuss some of the more common ailments that can be transmitted.
mosquito • mosquitoes • mosquitos • illness • illnesses
Health Issues When Volunteering Overseas
When traveling internationally, your immunization record can be of great interest at immigration. Begin early and research what immunizations are required to travel.
importance yellow fever immunizations • local resources travel health issues • malaria prevention • international travel health issues • city or county based travel clinics
When traveling internationally, your immunization record can be of great interest at immigration. Begin early and research what immunizations are required to travel.
importance yellow fever immunizations • local resources travel health issues • malaria prevention • international travel health issues • city or county based travel clinics
Chikungunya
Chikungunya is viral fever caused by an alphavirus. Chikungunya is spread by the bite of Aedes and Culex mosquitoes.
chikungunya • arbovirus • fever • dengue • mosquito
Chikungunya is viral fever caused by an alphavirus. Chikungunya is spread by the bite of Aedes and Culex mosquitoes.
chikungunya • arbovirus • fever • dengue • mosquito
Crusader Against Lynching
She was not afraid to stand up for what was right or to tell the world about injustices. Her revenge was her pen and she used it well.
ida b. wells-barnett • rosa parks • lynching • african americans • people grocery company
She was not afraid to stand up for what was right or to tell the world about injustices. Her revenge was her pen and she used it well.
ida b. wells-barnett • rosa parks • lynching • african americans • people grocery company
The French-Made Panama Canal
Yellow fever, malaria, inadequate equipment, ill-considered techniques and corruption were some of the problems that plagued the French attempt to dig the Panama Canal.
the panama canal • french • ferdinand de lesseps • hero of suez • isthmus of panama
Yellow fever, malaria, inadequate equipment, ill-considered techniques and corruption were some of the problems that plagued the French attempt to dig the Panama Canal.
the panama canal • french • ferdinand de lesseps • hero of suez • isthmus of panama
The Heros of Science
As we remember the heroes of New York that risked their lives to help others we must also remember all those that have done the same. The scientists are just one group of people that deserve to be remembered. Especially in the world of microbiology scientists have risked their lives and often lost them. And in doing this they have created vaccines so that diseases we once feared are now almost unheard of.
microbiologist • vaccine • immunisation • hero • scientist
As we remember the heroes of New York that risked their lives to help others we must also remember all those that have done the same. The scientists are just one group of people that deserve to be remembered. Especially in the world of microbiology scientists have risked their lives and often lost them. And in doing this they have created vaccines so that diseases we once feared are now almost unheard of.
microbiologist • vaccine • immunisation • hero • scientist
Abita Springs Louisiana Attractions and History
Joseph Bossier opened a sawmill there in 1853, but historians say Abita Springs was settled by Choctaws and French in the 1700s and that Indians were there 9000 years ago
abita springs louisiana attractions history • historic district preserving southeast louisiana • abita springs trailhead museum • orleanians escaping yellow fever • new orleans cotton exposition pavilion
Joseph Bossier opened a sawmill there in 1853, but historians say Abita Springs was settled by Choctaws and French in the 1700s and that Indians were there 9000 years ago
abita springs louisiana attractions history • historic district preserving southeast louisiana • abita springs trailhead museum • orleanians escaping yellow fever • new orleans cotton exposition pavilion
CDC Offers Health Tips for China-Bound Travelers
Most travelers to China won't need to get shots, but the U.S. Center for Disease Control recommends travelers be current on routine immunizations to be on the safe side.
international health care • center for disease control • cdc immunizations • health tips for travelers to china • what immunizations do travelers to china need
Most travelers to China won't need to get shots, but the U.S. Center for Disease Control recommends travelers be current on routine immunizations to be on the safe side.
international health care • center for disease control • cdc immunizations • health tips for travelers to china • what immunizations do travelers to china need
CLARA BARTON: Part Two
Clara Barton was born on December 25, 1821, in North Oxford, Massachusetts. She worked with the wounded during the Civil War and went on to found the American Red Cross.
clara barton • american red cross • red cross • mary alward • mary m alward
Clara Barton was born on December 25, 1821, in North Oxford, Massachusetts. She worked with the wounded during the Civil War and went on to found the American Red Cross.
clara barton • american red cross • red cross • mary alward • mary m alward
Homeopathic Immunisations for Travellers
The homeopathic view of vaccinations is that they suppress the body's own immune system. This article looks at homeopathic alternatives for use when travelling overseas.
homeopathic immunisation • homoeopathic vaccination • homeopathic prophylactics for travellers • homeopathy while travelling • homeopathy instead of travel vaccination
The homeopathic view of vaccinations is that they suppress the body's own immune system. This article looks at homeopathic alternatives for use when travelling overseas.
homeopathic immunisation • homoeopathic vaccination • homeopathic prophylactics for travellers • homeopathy while travelling • homeopathy instead of travel vaccination
Mother Jones Biography
Biography of Mother Jones (nee Mary Harris), iconic American labor activist and organizer whom the Senate declared "the most dangerous woman in America".
mother jones biography • american history • american labor activist • famous irish americans • labor organizer mining railroads
Biography of Mother Jones (nee Mary Harris), iconic American labor activist and organizer whom the Senate declared "the most dangerous woman in America".
mother jones biography • american history • american labor activist • famous irish americans • labor organizer mining railroads
The Presidency of Teddy Roosevelt
Earning himself a place on Mt. Rushmore was not easy, but Theodore Roosevelt worked hard at the Presidency, focusing on getting things done and on initiating reform.
theodore roosevelt • mt. rushmore • teddy roosevelt • panama canal • republicans
Earning himself a place on Mt. Rushmore was not easy, but Theodore Roosevelt worked hard at the Presidency, focusing on getting things done and on initiating reform.
theodore roosevelt • mt. rushmore • teddy roosevelt • panama canal • republicans
The Roosevelts Reach New Orleans
The Roosevelts spend three bad nights in a Baton Rouge barroom before reaching New Orleans. Fulton and Livingston design them a steamboat.
roosevelt • natchez • mississippi river • indians • ohio river
The Roosevelts spend three bad nights in a Baton Rouge barroom before reaching New Orleans. Fulton and Livingston design them a steamboat.
roosevelt • natchez • mississippi river • indians • ohio river
The Stories They Tell
A walk in an old cemetary can provide a glimpse of history.
cemetary • cemetaries • holly springs • mississippi • tombstones
A walk in an old cemetary can provide a glimpse of history.
cemetary • cemetaries • holly springs • mississippi • tombstones
Tilapia Farming to Prevent Malaria
Balancing the risk of ecological damage from introduced species with reduced pesticide use and the need for protein sources and disease control in developing countries.
tilapia • malaria • mosquito control • ecological damage • introduced species
Balancing the risk of ecological damage from introduced species with reduced pesticide use and the need for protein sources and disease control in developing countries.
tilapia • malaria • mosquito control • ecological damage • introduced species
Travelers and Infectious Diseases: Traveling Outside the U.S.
People who travel outside of the United States, regardless if this is the first or an additional time, should consult with a qualified traveler's clinic before departing the country. There is still an important concern for the advent of infectious diseases, such as diphtheria, typhoid, hepatitis, and traveler's diarrhea, to name just a few. This article summarizes some of the most virulent forms of the diseases as well as what one should do before leaving the United States. Those who are living abroad, i.e., outside of the U.S., should also take heed and see their own physician before leaving the safety of their own country.
infectious diseases • travler's diarrhea • typhoid • diphtheria • hepatitis a
People who travel outside of the United States, regardless if this is the first or an additional time, should consult with a qualified traveler's clinic before departing the country. There is still an important concern for the advent of infectious diseases, such as diphtheria, typhoid, hepatitis, and traveler's diarrhea, to name just a few. This article summarizes some of the most virulent forms of the diseases as well as what one should do before leaving the United States. Those who are living abroad, i.e., outside of the U.S., should also take heed and see their own physician before leaving the safety of their own country.
infectious diseases • travler's diarrhea • typhoid • diphtheria • hepatitis a
Vaccinations for Central America
Find out what vaccinations you and your family need before heading off to Belize, Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua or Panama.
vaccinations for central america • hepititis a vaccine • hepititis b vaccine • malaria vaccine • what vaccinations do i need
Find out what vaccinations you and your family need before heading off to Belize, Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua or Panama.
vaccinations for central america • hepititis a vaccine • hepititis b vaccine • malaria vaccine • what vaccinations do i need
West Nile Virus
In 1999, the first case of West Nile Virus in North America was reported in New York City. Just three years later it arrived in southern Ontario. What is West Nile Virus and how can we protect our selves from contacting the disease?
west nile virus • mary alward • mary m alward • canadian health • symptoms of west nile virus
In 1999, the first case of West Nile Virus in North America was reported in New York City. Just three years later it arrived in southern Ontario. What is West Nile Virus and how can we protect our selves from contacting the disease?
west nile virus • mary alward • mary m alward • canadian health • symptoms of west nile virus
Key West Ghost Tours to Haunted Houses, Hotels
Some say Key West is one of the most haunted places in the United States. Visitors to the Florida Keys can go on nightly walking tours looking for ghosts in Old Town.
key west ghost tours • haunted hotels • things to do on vacation in key west • key west old town at night • robert the doll
Some say Key West is one of the most haunted places in the United States. Visitors to the Florida Keys can go on nightly walking tours looking for ghosts in Old Town.
key west ghost tours • haunted hotels • things to do on vacation in key west • key west old town at night • robert the doll
The Louisiana Purchase and Napoleon Bonaparte
Facing another war with Great Britain and in need of funds, Napoleon Bonaparte reversed his thoughts of a new French Empire in the Americas and sold the entire colony.
louisiana purchase and napoleon bonaparte • why napoleon sold louisiana • reasons for selling the louisiana territory • santo domingo and the louisiana purchase • why france sold louisiana
Facing another war with Great Britain and in need of funds, Napoleon Bonaparte reversed his thoughts of a new French Empire in the Americas and sold the entire colony.
louisiana purchase and napoleon bonaparte • why napoleon sold louisiana • reasons for selling the louisiana territory • santo domingo and the louisiana purchase • why france sold louisiana
Early American Medical Myths
A brief look into the unusual medical myths that early Americans applied to prevent or cure disease.
plague • fever • disease • illness • prevention
A brief look into the unusual medical myths that early Americans applied to prevent or cure disease.
plague • fever • disease • illness • prevention
Military Medicine
A description of the history and functions of the U.S. Army Medical Department.
army • medical • troops • doctor • nurse
A description of the history and functions of the U.S. Army Medical Department.
army • medical • troops • doctor • nurse
Saudi Arabia: Some Basic Information part-two:
Get more on it.This is the part of previous topic and have more information. Some traditions and basic requirements for trip. Some general information about its location, economy, export, restrictions and travel.
passports • visas • travel • adventure • world
Get more on it.This is the part of previous topic and have more information. Some traditions and basic requirements for trip. Some general information about its location, economy, export, restrictions and travel.
passports • visas • travel • adventure • world
A MInd of Her Own
Events in the early life of Ida B. Wells helped shape her future as an activist for justice and equal rights.
ida b. wells • ida wells-barnett • ida b. wells-barnett • holly springs • reconstruction
Events in the early life of Ida B. Wells helped shape her future as an activist for justice and equal rights.
ida b. wells • ida wells-barnett • ida b. wells-barnett • holly springs • reconstruction
Explorers of Canada, Part XVII: Pierre Le Moyne d'Iberville
He founded Louisiana and was a military legend.
canada • exploration • millitary • d'iberville • pierre
He founded Louisiana and was a military legend.
canada • exploration • millitary • d'iberville • pierre
Facts About Viral Hepatitis
Viral hepatitis is inflammation of the liver caused by a virus. It is common worldwide, and in England and Wales during 1991, over 9,000 cases were identified.
facts about viral hepatitis • symptoms of hepatitis • hepatitis a b and c • sexually transmitted diseases • curing hepatitis
Viral hepatitis is inflammation of the liver caused by a virus. It is common worldwide, and in England and Wales during 1991, over 9,000 cases were identified.
facts about viral hepatitis • symptoms of hepatitis • hepatitis a b and c • sexually transmitted diseases • curing hepatitis
Ida Wells-Barnett
A strong advocate of racial and gender equality, Ida Wells-Barnett used her education and journalism skills to raise awareness of civil rights.
ida wells-barnett • african american • crusader • equality • 1862
A strong advocate of racial and gender equality, Ida Wells-Barnett used her education and journalism skills to raise awareness of civil rights.
ida wells-barnett • african american • crusader • equality • 1862
Bolivia's "Death Train"
The "Death Train" takes travelers between Santa Cruz and Quijarro Bolivia. Here is what to expect on the train and how to get tickets.
death train • bolivian train travel • how to get from brazil to bolivia • how to get from bolivia to brazil • how to travel on the death train
The "Death Train" takes travelers between Santa Cruz and Quijarro Bolivia. Here is what to expect on the train and how to get tickets.
death train • bolivian train travel • how to get from brazil to bolivia • how to get from bolivia to brazil • how to travel on the death train
CDC Keeps Travelers Up-to-Date on Health Issues
The U.S. Center for Disease Control and Prevention is a veritable treasure when it comes to health. It provides information on a wide spectrum of health issues.
u.s. center for disease control and prevention • cdc • travelers health • immunizations for international travel travel • travelers' health concerns
The U.S. Center for Disease Control and Prevention is a veritable treasure when it comes to health. It provides information on a wide spectrum of health issues.
u.s. center for disease control and prevention • cdc • travelers health • immunizations for international travel travel • travelers' health concerns
Dolley Madison
Dolley Madison was known for her unique fashion statements. However, her early years were no indication of Dolley's future as an American fashion icon.
dolley madison • new garden quaker settlement • fourth first lady • american fashion icon • society of friends
Dolley Madison was known for her unique fashion statements. However, her early years were no indication of Dolley's future as an American fashion icon.
dolley madison • new garden quaker settlement • fourth first lady • american fashion icon • society of friends
Early 20th Century New Orleans
Short description of the features of New Orleans at the beginning of the 20th century - the good and the bad. Links for more reading.
new orleans • louisiana • tourism • history • twentieth century
Short description of the features of New Orleans at the beginning of the 20th century - the good and the bad. Links for more reading.
new orleans • louisiana • tourism • history • twentieth century
Eliminating River Blindness
Merck and Co. Inc., a large pharmaceutical company set a precedent by donating a drug to treat millions suffering from the onchocerciasis, or river blindness.
river blindness • parasite • human parasites • parasitic disease • ivermectin
Merck and Co. Inc., a large pharmaceutical company set a precedent by donating a drug to treat millions suffering from the onchocerciasis, or river blindness.
river blindness • parasite • human parasites • parasitic disease • ivermectin
Environmental Management Linked to Spread of Infectious Diseases
environment, disease, mosquito, malaria, hantavirus, Ebola virus, climate change, global warming
environment • infectious diseases • climate change
environment, disease, mosquito, malaria, hantavirus, Ebola virus, climate change, global warming
environment • infectious diseases • climate change
First Aid Kits for an Around the World Trip
Traveling around the world it's difficult to know what one might need in a first aid kit. Here are some ideas for what anyone may need but also to keep it light.
travel first aid kits • what to bring on a trip around the world • first aid for world travelers • first aid kits for developing countries • backpacking first aid kits
Traveling around the world it's difficult to know what one might need in a first aid kit. Here are some ideas for what anyone may need but also to keep it light.
travel first aid kits • what to bring on a trip around the world • first aid for world travelers • first aid kits for developing countries • backpacking first aid kits
GEORGE VASHON: Abolitionist, Lawyer and Educator
A profile of George Vashon, the first African-American graduate of Oberlin College, the first first African-American to become a lawyer in New York, and a college president.
african american • oberlin college • african american lawyers
A profile of George Vashon, the first African-American graduate of Oberlin College, the first first African-American to become a lawyer in New York, and a college president.
african american • oberlin college • african american lawyers
Green's Long History
Does it feel like the eco initiative just started to roll this past year? Going green and protecting the environment has a long and involved history.
environmental history timeline • william kovarik • green's history • green movement • beginning of green
Does it feel like the eco initiative just started to roll this past year? Going green and protecting the environment has a long and involved history.
environmental history timeline • william kovarik • green's history • green movement • beginning of green
Healthy Travel in the Tropics
As more and more businesses go global, business travel is spreading out into previously uncharted territories that many may see as more risky for health and fitness.
healthy travel tropics • global business travel • fitness in hot climates • international business • stay healthy in tropics
As more and more businesses go global, business travel is spreading out into previously uncharted territories that many may see as more risky for health and fitness.
healthy travel tropics • global business travel • fitness in hot climates • international business • stay healthy in tropics
Hoffman and Swinburne – Bird Isles
Hoffman Island and Swinburne Island were created in Lower New York Bay to receive, quarantine, and give medical treatment to immigrants. Now they harbor birds.
hoffman island • swinburne island • new york harbor • gateway national recreation area • birds
Hoffman Island and Swinburne Island were created in Lower New York Bay to receive, quarantine, and give medical treatment to immigrants. Now they harbor birds.
hoffman island • swinburne island • new york harbor • gateway national recreation area • birds
How to Avoid Mosquito Bites
While bites can't be completely avoided, there are plenty of precautionary measures that can be taken to reduce the risk of being bitten by a mosquito or other insect.
mosquito bites • insect repellents • prevent malaria • planning for tropical travel • insect bites
While bites can't be completely avoided, there are plenty of precautionary measures that can be taken to reduce the risk of being bitten by a mosquito or other insect.
mosquito bites • insect repellents • prevent malaria • planning for tropical travel • insect bites
How to Prepare for an Adventure Travel Vacation
Adventure travel trips can be easy excursions or grueling challenges. Evaluate fitness and goals, and prepare adequately to ensure a good match between traveler and trip.
adventure travel • prepare for adventure travel • questions to ask an adventure travel outfitter • adventure travel tour comapanies • fitness for adventure travel
Adventure travel trips can be easy excursions or grueling challenges. Evaluate fitness and goals, and prepare adequately to ensure a good match between traveler and trip.
adventure travel • prepare for adventure travel • questions to ask an adventure travel outfitter • adventure travel tour comapanies • fitness for adventure travel
Infamous Scribblers by Eric Burns
"Infamous Scribblers" offers a fascinating look into the evolution of early American journalism and the printers and writers involved.
infamous scribblers • eric burns • journalism • benjamin franklin • james franklin
"Infamous Scribblers" offers a fascinating look into the evolution of early American journalism and the printers and writers involved.
infamous scribblers • eric burns • journalism • benjamin franklin • james franklin
It's Showtime!
A look at some flowers at an early daffodil show.
daffodils • flowers • gardening • bulbs
A look at some flowers at an early daffodil show.
daffodils • flowers • gardening • bulbs
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