What is Pertussis? 🤧🦠 Pertussis, also known as Whooping Cough, is a highly contagious respiratory disease caused by the bacterium Bordetella pertussis. It causes severe coughing fits that can make breathing difficult, especially in infants and young children. How is Pertussis Transmitted? Symptoms Diagnosis Treatment Prevention 🛡️
What are Soil-Transmitted Helminthiases? 🌱🐛 Soil-transmitted helminthiases are parasitic infections caused by a group of intestinal worms (helminths) that are transmitted through contaminated soil. They primarily affect people living in tropical and subtropical regions with poor sanitation. Common Soil-Transmitted Helminths How are They Transmitted? Symptoms Diagnosis Treatment Prevention 🛡️
🐔 Chickenpox (Varicella) – Overview Chickenpox is a highly contagious viral infection caused by the varicella-zoster virus (VZV). It mostly affects children, but adults can also get it (and tend to experience more severe illness). 🧬 Cause ⚠️ Symptoms Classic Signs: Rash pattern: ⏱️ Incubation Period 🧪 Diagnosis 💊 Treatment ❗ Complications (More Common in
