Yellow Fever
What is Yellow Fever? Disease caused by a virus Get’s it’s name because it causes liver failure turning ill people yellow. Three cycles of the virus: Sylvatic (jungle) Intermediate (Savannah) Urban
Who Can Get Yellow Fever? People living/visiting sub-Saharan Africa and tropical South America
How do you get Yellow Fever? Bite of infected mosquito Mosquitoes are infected when they bite monkeys and then spread it to humans.
What are the Symptoms? Severity ranges based on age of infected person. High fever Chills Vomiting Backaches Liver Failure
What Should I Do If I Might Have Yellow Fever? No specific treatment Rest Drink fluids Take Pain Reliever
Additional Information Prevented by : Get Vaccine! Wear long sleeves/pants when outdoors Use Insect spray Use bug nets