Chikungunya and Zika Viruses

• Author : Stephen Higgs,Dana L. Vanlandingham,Ann Powers
• Publisher : Academic Press
• Release : 30 May 2018

Chikungunya and Zika Viruses: Global Emerging Health Threats is the go-to resource for both historical and current information on this important virus that is rapidly increasing its global range. Epidemics since 2005 have spread from Africa and Asia, and through Europe, and an ongoing epidemic has caused nearly two million cases in the Americas. It causes severe crippling arthritis, with symptoms lasting for months or years. As no vaccine or treatment is available, there is international interest in the virus, thus

• Author : Alfonso J. Rodriguez-Morales
• Publisher : BoD – Books on Demand
• Release : 24 August 2016

Chikungunya, an arbovirus, is a major global threat affecting multiple areas of the world, even Europe, but recently (2014 - 2015) with large epidemics in Latin America, causing an important acute and chronic morbidity with a low, but present, mortality. This book tries to update the significant epidemiological and clinical research in many aspects with a multinational perspective. This book has been organized in two major sections: (I) ''Clinical and Epidemiological Aspects'' and (II) ''Entomology.'' Section I includes topics covering experiences

• Author : Anonim
• Publisher : BoD – Books on Demand
• Release : 09 February 2022

The chikungunya virus (CHIKV) is an RNA virus that is transmitted to humans by Aedes mosquitos commonly found in tropical and subtropical countries. In humans, CHIKV causes an infection with symptoms strikingly like those of the dengue virus and Zika disease, both of which are also transmitted to humans by the same genus of mosquitos. This book delves into the history of the disease and the molecular characterization of the virus. It sheds light on modern diagnosis tools that allow

• Author : Michelle Denton
• Publisher : Greenhaven Publishing LLC
• Release : 15 July 2017

Although the Zika virus was identified in the late 1940s, a mass outbreak did not occur until recently. Because most of the world is not immune to this virus, it spreads very quickly. Readers discover the history of the Zika virus, facts about its recent spread, the symptoms of the disease, and ways people can protect themselves against it. Full-color photographs and engaging sidebars augment this detailed discussion of a disease that is still mysterious to much of the general

• Author : Anonim
• Publisher : BoD – Books on Demand
• Release : 04 December 2019

Neglected tropical diseases (NTDs) is a diverse group of communicable diseases that prevail in tropical and subtropical conditions in 149 countries. NTDs affect more than one billion people and cost developing economies billions of dollars every year. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), NTDs mainly affect populations living in poverty, without adequate sanitation, and in close contact with infectious vectors, domestic animals, and livestock. Migration, as well as climate change and variability, are key factors in NTD prevalence. Therefore, NTDs

• Author : Julien Pompon
• Publisher : MDPI
• Release : 19 January 2021

Arboviruses have become global threats. Common to Dengue, Zika, yellow fever, chikungunya, and Mayaro viruses is their ability to be transmitted by mosquitoes. Several strategies based on transgenics or microbiology are currently being field-tested. While this approach seems hopeful, the research community needs to focus on potential backlash from these technologies to prevent failure. The aim of the Special Issue is to cover different transmission routes that are untargeted by the newly developed strategies to foresee limitations. Here, Fontenille & Powell

• Author : Suzane R. da Silva,Fan Cheng,Shou-Jiang Gao
• Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
• Release : 14 February 2018

Compiles the most current information on the Zika virus and its associated diseases This comprehensive book provides the most up-to-date information for students, medical students, and scientists on Zika virus and its associated diseases. It includes all the information related to the Zika virus since its discovery in 1947; its epidemic outbreak in 2007-2014; how the epidemiology changed in America in 2015-2016; its mode of transmission; how to prevent and treat it; and associated diseases. Zika Virus and Diseases: From Molecular

• Author : Vionette Pereira Torres
• Publisher : Unknown
• Release : 07 February 2023

Dengue Fever, Chikungunya and Zika virus are all transmitted through the same vector, the Aedes aegypti, commonly found in Puerto Rico. All three viruses have been associated with ocular manifestations that range from conjunctivitis to permanent vision loss. Most of the ocular conditions are self-limiting but on other occasions it might required medical treatment. It is important for health care workers to recognize the visual and symptoms and encourage comprehensive eye exams to avoid permanent visual loss. This paper reviews

• Author : Anonim
• Publisher : Unknown
• Release : 07 February 2023

"Zika virus is primarily a mosquito-borne disease. Aedes aegypti and Aedes albopictus are the primary vector species transmitting Zika virus - the same mosquitoes that can carry dengue virus and chikungunya. Currently, the Aedes mosquitoes that transmit Zika virus are not established in Canada due to the climate. So there is a very low probability of mosquito-borne transmission in Canada. Include Zika virus in your differential diagnosis for travellers returning from countries, or areas in the United States, with reported

• Author : Kalpish Ratna
• Publisher : Unknown
• Release : 10 July 2017

Zika Virus has wreaked havoc in Brazil in recent times and is rapidly raising the spectre of a global pandemic. It has also resurfaced in India. In June 2017, three individuals in Ahmedabad were found infected. The ensuing panic was compounded by lack of knowledge and, worse, by conflicting and confusing information. The Secret Life of Zika Virus cuts through the noise and misinformation to present an in-depth, comprehensive biography of Zika Virus and to answer these questions: What is Zika

• Author : Colin R. Martin,Caroline Hollins-Martin,Rajkumar Rajendram,Victor R. Preedy
• Publisher : Academic Press
• Release : 25 June 2021

Zika Virus Biology, Transmission, and Pathology: The Neuroscience of Zika provides a detailed introduction to the molecular biology of the Zika virus and its features, transmission, and impact on neurological systems. Designed to better readers’ understanding of the Zika virus, this volume features chapters on the immune response, molecular mechanisms, and other areas to better understand underlying pathways. This book has applicability for neuroscientists, neurologists, virologists and anyone working to better understand the evolution and pathogenesis of Zika virus-related conditions.

• Author : Colin R. Martin,Caroline Hollins-Martin,Victor R Preedy,Rajkumar Rajendram
• Publisher : Academic Press
• Release : 03 July 2021

Zika Virus Biology, Transmission, and Pathways: The Neuroscience of Zika, Volume One provides a detailed introduction to the molecular biology of the Zika virus and its features, transmission, and impact on neurological systems. Designed to better readers’ understanding of the Zika virus, this volume features chapters on the immune response, molecular mechanisms, and other areas to better understand underlying pathways. This book has applicability for neuroscientists, neurologists, virologists and anyone working to better understand the evolution and pathogenesis of Zika

• Author : Luis Martinez-Sobrido,Fernando Almazan Toral
• Publisher : MDPI
• Release : 02 April 2019

Zika virus (ZIKV) is a mosquito-borne member of the Flaviviridae family that historically has been associated with mild febrile illness. However, the recent outbreaks in Brazil in 2015 and its rapid spread throughout South and Central America and the Caribbean, together with its association with severe neurological disorders—including fetal microcephaly and Guillain-Barré syndrome in adults—have changed the historic perspective of ZIKV. Currently, ZIKV is considered an important public health concern that has the potential to affect millions of people

• Author : Shamim I. Ahmad
• Publisher : Springer Nature
• Release : 19 May 2021

This book discusses current evidence on human viruses and provides an extensive coverage of newly emerged viruses and current strategies for treatment. Offering a new perspective in view of the re-emergence of Ebola in African countries and Dengue in India and Pakistan, the contents include chapters on emergence, pathogenicity, epidemiology and vaccine uptake. Human Viruses: Diseases, Treatments and Vaccines: The New Insights discusses a range of viruses from the most common such as Influenza and Hepatitis to Zika, Poliomyelitis and

• Author : Jagriti Narang,Manika Khanuja
• Publisher : CRC Press
• Release : 30 October 2020

Mosquitoes are significant vectors that transmit various pathogens to humans and other mammals. Mosquitoes seem to be omnipresent and easily breed in climates favourable to them. Life cycle of the Aedes species of mosquitoes is similar to others of its genera. This book focuses on Aedes mosquitoes that are responsible for many dreadful diseases and discusses every stage in the life cycle of the species. The contributing authors of this book have extensive teaching and research experience in the field