West Nile Virus

Paper Summary:

This paper provides the background and an overview on West Nile Virus, an analysis of who is at risk of being infected, short- and long-term effects of the disease and the body systems that are affected. An assessment of the incidence of West Nile Virus today is followed by a summary of the research in the conclusion. Included are several tables and graphs.

Introduction
Review and Discussion
Background and Overview of West Nile Virus
Who Can Be Infected
Short-Term and Long-Term Effects on Body Systems
Incidence and Impact
Conclusion

From the Paper:

"The research showed that West Nile Virus is spread by the bite of an infected mosquito, and can infect people, horses, many types of birds, and some other animals. The majority of people who become infected with West Nile Virus will probably have either no symptoms or only mild ones; however, the research also showed that in some rare cases, the West Nile Virus can result in severe and even fatal illnesses. The virus spread through the south and west throughout 2002, and by 2003, it had made its way across the entire nation and only four states, Alaska, Hawaii, Oregon and Washington, remain West Nile Virus-free today."

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