Focus Area: Infectious Disease

Chikungunya: Resource for Healthcare Professionals

Caused by chikungunya virus and transmitted to humans by the bite of mosquitoes (Aedes sp), chikungunya virus is found in many parts of the world. Locally acquired chikungunya cases have not been reported in the US or territories since...

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West Nile: Resource for Healthcare Professionals

Caused by West Nile Virus (WNV) and transmitted to humans by bite of mosquitoes (primarily Culex sp).  The virus is found across the continental United States. Activity typically occurs during summer months and into the fall.  Though...

Measles Guide for Emergency Medical Services

This guide is designed to help Emergency Medical Service (EMS) personnel and first responders safely and effectively manage suspected or confirmed measles cases. Measles is a highly contagious viral disease that poses significant...

Acquired Malaria FAQ for Clinicians

While the risk of malaria transmission in the US is normally low, risk increases: (1) in US regions where Anopheles mosquito vectors are found; (2) when local climatic conditions allow the Anopheles mosquito to survive throughout the...