Small pox

By Abigail Renteria , Adam Roberts , Tracy Jenner , Jenna WhalenSmallpox What is SmallpoxSmallpox is an infectious disease unique to humans, caused by either of two virus variants, Variola major and Variola minor.

How is it spreadBodily fluids Skin to skin contactSoiled garments

whom it affected Largest outbreak was in Europe Smallpox is no longer a disease in the United StatesLast case in the United States was in 1949Last case in the world was in 1977

Health Detriment's No access to health careNo employmentLow income or no incomeBad living environments

What are the symptomsSymptoms of smallpox include :Fatigue High fever Body ache Mouth sores Occasional vomitingSkin rash Excessive bleeding

Exams/ TestsDic panel (Disseminated Intravascular Coagulation.) Platelet count White blood cell count

Treatment/preventionTypes of treatments :Intravenous fluids Medication to control fever or painAntibiotics to prevent secondary infections from bacteria Good Nursing care Types of preventions :VaccineTo make the vaccination it costs the government 3 dollars.The cost for a vaccination can be 25 to 200 dollars

Smallpox cases from 1920-2010

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