Introduction and History

Agent

Clinical Presentation in Humans

Transmission and Vector

Reservoirs

Incubation Period and Morphology

Diagnostic Test

Management and Therapy

Epidemiology and Country Information

Public Health and Prevention Strategies

Useful Web Links

References

Tara Kirk Parasites and Pestilence Human Biology Stanford University

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