Rift Valley fever is a viral zoonosis which is endemic in several regions of the world.

Jan 2, 2012 - Michael Koger

The risk for acquisition of Rift Valley fever is present in many people, but preventive measures and health behavior change will lessen that risk.

Jan 3, 2012 - Michael Koger

The clinical presentation of Rift Valley fever in humans mimics many other diseases, and prompt diagnosis and management are essential.

Jan 4, 2012 - Michael Koger

Immunization against Rift Valley fever may be effective in prevention of epidemics of this disease.

Jan 7, 2012 - Michael Koger

The Rift Valley is one of East Africa's most beautiful and exciting areas. It is Kenya's largest province and home to hardworking people and plenty of wildlife!

Oct 9, 2008 - Jess Morgan

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

Feb 7, 2007 - Judy Arbique

Valley Fever often goes undiagnosed because of the common cold symptoms it produces. If left untreated death can occur.

Mar 30, 2009 - Alyssa Ast

Valley fever is caused by Coccidioides immitis or Coccidioides posadasii. Flu like symptoms and rashes are the most common symptoms observed.

Oct 15, 2010 - Lalitha Goteti

Dogs are particularly vulnerable when it comes to contracting Valley Fever. All owners of dogs living in the desert Southwest should be educated about this condition.

Mar 10, 2009 - Adrienne Farricelli

A visit to Pilgrim's Rest, a tourist attraction near the Kruger Park, should include a leisurely ramble to fully take in this historical gold rush village.

Sep 22, 2010 - Frieda Paton

Released March 9, 2010, are the final studio recordings of the Jimi Hendrix Experience during a four month period in 1969, a key period in the guitarist's career.

Mar 8, 2010 - Sharon Colaizzi

The Umayyad ruins at Anjar (Aanjar), in Lebanon's Bekaa Valley were designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1984.

Nov 24, 2010 - Neil Gunn

For one weekend in February, three small towns in MT get together and create mayhem. Even in its 33rd year, Cabin Fever Days has lost none of its craziness.

Feb 14, 2011 - Elizabeth Batt

Travel health risks are lower in North Africa, while the risk of malaria, yellow fever and meningitis are is greater in West Africa.

Jul 22, 2010 - Kate Le Page

The splitting apart of the African Plate in the East African Rift Valley shows how continents change and oceans are created through the process of plate tectonics.

Feb 26, 2010 - Terrie Schultz

Chikungunya is viral fever caused by an alphavirus. Chikungunya is spread by the bite of Aedes and Culex mosquitoes.

Jun 23, 2007 - Judy Arbique

Avoid getting bitten by mosquitoes by using insect repellent containing DEET, wearing light-coloured clothing and sleeping under a mosquito net.

Jul 16, 2010 - Kate Le Page

The vast majority of volcanoes erupt silica based magma, but this African volcano erupts magma that is carbonate based, making it very unique.

Sep 21, 2009 - Alexandra Matiella Novak

Learn what to use (and where to avoid) to minimize attraction, while discovering how to relieve the pain and itching associated with this summer nuisance.

May 13, 2010 - Amanda Griffith