Mumps outbreaks are caused by the contagious nature of the disease and lack of immunization, with unvaccinated populations being more susceptible. Mumps commonly causes swelling of the salivary glands and can be diagnosed through a simple examination or blood test. The mumps vaccine is the best prevention method, and there is no conclusive link between […]
The Pentagon has a serious plan, CONPLAN 8888-11, to combat a zombie apocalypse. The plan encourages creative strategies and tactics for disaster planning. Zombies have been part of folklore since the 17th century and gained popularity in the US after Night of the Living Dead. The US government isn’t really expecting a zombie apocalypse, but […]
SARS, caused by the coronavirus, spread to 24 countries and infected over 8,000 people in 2003. Symptoms included fever, body aches, and difficulty breathing. Treatment involved relieving symptoms, and containment efforts were successful by the fall of 2003. The SARS epidemic occurred in Asia in 2003. Severe acute respiratory syndrome, also known as SARS, is […]
Cholera is a bacterial disease spread through contaminated water that can be fatal within hours. A lack of adequate sewage and sanitation, poor hygiene, and close quarters exacerbate epidemics. The aftermath of the 2010 Haiti earthquake is a classic case of these factors combining to create the conditions for a cholera epidemic. Cholera, a bacterial […]
The term “narcissism” comes from the Greek myth of Narcissus, a hunter who fell in love with his own reflection and drowned. Narcissism is a mental illness characterized by self-focus, lack of empathy, and entitlement. The “narcissism epidemic” refers to the increasing prevalence of unhealthy levels of narcissism in society, which can be caused by […]
The first herpes outbreak is painful with swollen blisters, fever, and fatigue. Subsequent outbreaks are less severe, but patients are still contagious. Regular testing is necessary to confirm the disease status. Antiviral drugs and topical applications can help treat the outbreak. Patients should avoid close contact and inform sexual partners. Regular medical checkups are essential […]
Mathematicians have determined that North Korea is the only country capable of repelling a zombie apocalypse due to its high number of soldiers per capita. The term “zombie” comes from Haitian folklore and modeling such scenarios can be useful in other research areas. They may have had too much time on their hands, but mathematicians […]
The AIDS epidemic began when a virus became zoonotic and was transmitted from primates to humans in Africa. The virus spread rapidly and is likely much older than commonly believed. Researchers hope to use this knowledge to develop new treatments and vaccines. The onset of the AIDS epidemic was a subtle change in a virus’s […]
