10) Kyasanur Forest disease Flashcards
1
Q
Is it a viral or bacterial disease ?
A
VIRAL - Flavivirdae
2
Q
Which region is it endemic to ?
A
Our Karnataka !!
3
Q
What is it also called ?
A
“Monkey fever” by locals
4
Q
When was it first identified ?
A
1957 in a sick monkey from Kyasanur forest
5
Q
Recent development ?
A
Proposal to set up a research centre on Kysanur Forest disease (KFD) in Sagara
6
Q
Common hosts ?
A
Monkeys and Rodents
7
Q
How is it transmitted ?
A
By a Tick bite or contact with an infected animal
8
Q
Why is it dangerous ?
A
Can cause Epizootics (outbreak of disease in animals)
9
Q
Is there any vaccine ?
A
Yes but no specific treatment after affected
