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How many cases of West Nile Virus were reported in the US in 2006?
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On the basis of extrapolations from past serosurveys, an estimated 41,750 cases of West Nile Virus disease occurred in 2006; of these cases, 2,770 were reported.
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Why did the area the Nile River the most Densely populated are in the Ancient World?
The seasonal flooding of the Nile, caused by the monsoon season in Central Africa, deposited all the topsoil runoff of the Nile watershed onto the plains of the Nile Delta in northern Egypt, making the land incredibly fertile.
What factors cause the population of the Nile Valley to be so high?
because the nile river is surrounded by fertile soiol
How many people visit the Nile on average per year?
12.8 million people visit the Nile River each year. The Nile River is the longest river in the world at 4,258 miles long.
What is the ratio of people living along the Nile to people living away form the Nile?
As the river is over 4,000 miles long impossible to say except, in Egypt well over 90% live close to the Nile.
Which part of Egypt is densely populated?
The most populated part of Egypt is the lower part [north egypt]
How many cases of west nile virus were reported in us in 2006?
On the basis of extrapolations from past serosurveys, an estimated 41,750 cases of West Nile Virus disease occurred in 2006; of these cases, 2,770 were reported.
How many cases of west Nile virus were reported in Colorado in 2003?
300
In 2005 how many cases of the west nile virus was reported in Illionois?
1200 with 27 deaths
How did the west nile virus get its name?
The West Nile virus got its name from the location where it was first reported. And since that was the area of the western part of the NileRiver, so it got its name.
How many cases of the West Nile Virus have been discovered in Israel as of August 2010?
2
Who discovered the West Nile Virus?
Woman in Ugandawest nile virus
Can dogs and cats be infected with West Nile virus?
There are relatively few cases of dogs and cats becoming infected with WNV.
Is west nile a DNA or RNA virus?
West Nile virus is a virus with a single stranded RNA genome (ssRNA)
What is an interesting virus?
West-Nile virus
What is the Scientific name of west nile virus?
The Scientific name of the West Nile Virus is Flavivirus. Also, it's Classification is: Group: Group IV Family: Flaviridae Genus: Flavivirus Species: West Nile Virus The West Nile Virus is carried by mosquitos and mammals and birds can get sick from it.
West Nile Virus Symptoms and Complications?
West Nile virus is a contagious virus that is carried by mosquitos. When an infected mosquito bites a human, he or she may contract the virus. The incubation period for the West Nile virus is typically 2 to 15 days, according to the CDC.Symptoms of The West Nile VirusMost people experience no symptoms when they become infected with the West Nile virus, according to The Mayo Clinic. However, around 20 percent of those infected with the virus develop a condition called West Nile fever. West Nile fever is characterized by fever, body aches, headaches, drowsiness, and more rarely, swollen lymph nodes, skin rash, or pain in or around the eyes.If you are experiencing these symptoms, visit a physician as soon as possible. These mild symptoms do not typically indicate a serious infection, and the physician will not be able to cure an infection caused by the West Nile virus. However, he or she can prescribe medications or treatments than can help to alleviate your symptoms.In addition, it is important that those who are infected with the West Nile virus are counted by the physician and their cases are reported to the CDC. The CDC tracks clusters of West Nile virus infections to help prepare physicians and public health officials in an area that is experiencing a high rate of West Nile virus infections.Symptoms of a More Serious InfectionFewer than one percent of those infected with the West Nile virus develop more serious symptoms. These symptoms may include a high fever, a migraine or powerful headache, stiff neck, disorientation, confusion, coma, muscle tremors or jerking, problems with coordination, convulsions, paralysis, or muscle weakness, according to The Mayo Clinic.If you experience any of these symptoms, contact a physician immediately or visit the emergency room of your local hospital. These symptoms may indicate that the patient has developed a more serious infection such as meningitis or West Nile poliomyelitis. These conditions may be life threatening and they require immediate medical attention. Patients with severe cases of West Nile virus infections typically require hospitalization and more comprehensive treatments.
Are there any other names for west Nile?
west Nile virus
