Yellow Fever

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    Yellow Fever was spread by Mosquitoes.

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There are a whole lot of diseases out there that affect people getting in the way to pursuing a healthier lifestyle. The quiz will help you find out how much you know about this disease and methods of how to prevent and cure it.

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  • 2. 

    Yellow Fever was classified as an Epidemic.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    Yellow Fever was classified as an epidemic because it is a contagious viral disease that spreads rapidly and affects a large number of people within a specific population or geographic area. Epidemics are characterized by the sudden and widespread occurrence of a disease, and yellow fever fits this description as it has caused numerous outbreaks throughout history, leading to significant illness and death in affected populations. Therefore, it is correct to say that yellow fever was classified as an epidemic.

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  • 3. 

    Yellow Fever is an extinct illness.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    The statement "Yellow Fever is an extinct illness" is false. Yellow fever is a viral disease transmitted by mosquitoes and is still present in certain parts of the world, particularly in tropical regions of Africa and South America. It is a potentially serious illness that can cause symptoms ranging from fever and headache to liver damage and hemorrhage. Vaccination is available to prevent yellow fever, but the disease is not extinct.

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    Yellow Fever was a ______

    Correct Answer
    Virus, Bacteria, Parasite
    Explanation
    Yellow Fever is caused by a virus. It is transmitted to humans through the bite of infected mosquitoes. The virus belongs to the Flaviviridae family and is classified as a member of the Flavivirus genus. Yellow Fever is not caused by bacteria or parasites.

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    EXPLAIN: How did Yellow Fever attack the bodies of its victims?

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