Question 1

what u.s. states have cases of cyclospora virus?

Accepted Answer

Cyclospora: Cyclospora is a single-celled parasite that causes an intestinal infection.

As of mid 2014, cyclospora outbreaks have been reported in Arkansas, California, Connecticut, Florida, Illinois, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Montana, Nebraska, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, New York (and New York City), Texas, Virginia, Wisconsin, and Washington.

Question 2

how did the ebola virus start? how did it get into the u.s.?

Accepted Answer

Ebola Virus: Ebola is a filovirus (Filoviridae). The genomic fossils of filoviruse family that impact mammals have likely existed tens of millions of years. Viruses mutate over time. The first recognized Ebola outbreak was in 1976.  Some individuals who became infected by Ebola in Africa traveled to the US  - there by leading to US cases.

Question 3

has their ever been a case of someone having the ebola virus in the u.s.?!?!

Accepted Answer

No: But there was scare about an airborne ebola virus (that luckily didn't cause illness in human) outside washington, dc in the early 1990s.  Read richard preston's the hot zone for details about that.

Question 4

is of possible for anyone in the u.s. to contract the ebola virus from just day to day contact ?

Accepted Answer

Not likely: Transmission from person to person is not from casual contact.

Question 5

im in pm for over yr bc of viruses & damage. we plnd a 4mo.vacation. ivebeen on pk"s a ovr a yr. is it possible 2 find md 4 long trips? i will suffer.

Accepted Answer

Yes, depending where: You are going. If you plan to be away awhile, and are  traveling abroad, it is wise to take traveller's insurance in case there's any delays, orreturn back to the us due to unforeseen reasons ; your health needs will be covered.In the us, you can always call ur pcp before leaving town, and ask who you can call in the city you're going to be at. If it's a foreign country, use the conceirge services.

Question 6

my boyfriend had gotten sick 3 days ago but we dont believe its because he had a virus. is it safe to believe its because he was overtired and ate a lot of unhealthy things that day?

Accepted Answer

Sickness: Please describe the symptoms of sickness. It will help to figure out if it is an infection. Consult a physician if the symptoms persist.

Question 7

can viruses be killed?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Your body has significant anti-viral defenses and most viral illnesses are short lived due to this ability,  there are some drugs for some viruses, particularly the herpes family.  Viruses are biological and can frequently be killed outside of a body with uv light, heat, and many chemicals.

Question 8

what is xingu virus?

Accepted Answer

Xingu virus: Is a rare RNA virus in the bunyavirus family.

Question 9

are viruses antigens?

Accepted Answer

No: Infectious agent with nuclei acid molecule in a protein coat which has different antigens

Antigen is a protein, toxin, or foreign substance that induces an immune response in the body like production of antibodies (humoral immunity)

Question 10

how do u get a virus?

Accepted Answer

Being exposed...: Simply walk outside; and being around people...The are viruses everywhere and at all times; it is how our immune systems respond to and process these attackers that determine whether or not we get "sick"(cold, flu, etc.)  good hand hygiene(washing with soap and water) is one of the best defenses.

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