INTRODUCTION :- AMOEBIASIS Entamoeba histolytica is a protozoan parasite responsible for a disease called amoebiasis. It occurs usually in the large intestine and causes internal inflammation as its name suggests (histo = tissue, lytic = destroying). 50 million people are infected worldwide, mostly in tropical countries in areas of poor…
Introduction VACCINATION STRATEGIES TO COMBAT SARS-CoV-2 : The COVID-19 pandemic, caused by the novel SARS-CoV-2 virus, has reshaped global health strategies. One of the most significant tools in controlling the spread of the virus and preventing severe disease outcomes has been the rapid development and deployment of vaccines. Vaccination strategies…
INTRODUCTION Common zoonotic diseases: Zoonotic diseases are infectious diseases that are transmitted from animals to humans. These diseases are caused by a variety of pathogens including viruses, bacteria, parasites, and fungi, and they account for a significant portion of emerging infectious diseases. Zoonotic diseases can be transmitted through direct contact…
Introduction DISEASES CAUSED BY HELMINTHS: Helminths are parasitic worms that cause a range of diseases in humans. These worms are multicellular organisms, and they belong to various classifications such as nematodes (roundworms), cestodes (tapeworms), and trematodes (flukes). Helminthic infections are common in tropical and subtropical regions, especially where sanitation is…
INTRODUCTION Filariasis and its vector: Filariasis is a serious parasitic disease that affects millions of people worldwide, especially in tropical and subtropical regions. The disease is caused by thread-like worms that live in the lymphatic system, leading to a condition known as lymphatic filariasis. It is primarily transmitted through the…
INTRODUCTION Malaria and its vector: Malaria is a life-threatening disease caused by the Plasmodium parasite and transmitted to humans through the bites of infected female Anopheles mosquitoes. Despite significant progress in controlling the disease, malaria remains a major public health issue, particularly in tropical and subtropical regions. In this article,…
Introduction Dengue fever and its vector: Dengue fever is a mosquito-borne viral disease that has become a significant public health concern, particularly in tropical and subtropical regions. With millions of cases reported worldwide each year, dengue fever is transmitted primarily by the Aedes aegypti and Aedes albopictus mosquitoes. These vectors…