As of my last update in October 2023, the total number of reported cases of Rocky Mountain spotted fever (RMSF) in the United States varies annually but typically ranges from about 2,000 to 3,000 cases each year. Since RMSF was first identified in the late 1800s, thousands of cases have been documented, but exact cumulative totals are challenging to determine due to variations in reporting and diagnosis. For the most current statistics, it's advisable to consult the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) or other public health resources.
How does the rocky mountain spotted fever organism result in disease & what are the virulence factors?
actually the Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever is caused by a rickettsia, which is a type of bacteria
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Rickettsia rickettsii is the bacteria responsible for Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever and is most commonly caused by a tick bite.
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Tick
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It is appropriate to shorten Rocky Mountain spotted fever to simply RMSF. It is a term used by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC).
Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever (RMSF) can be found in any place with warm weather and/or mid-Atlantic and southeastern states.
The CDC maintains a site: Rolling Up Our Sleeves to Fight Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever, under the main CDC site.