Tropical Infectious Diseases

Tropical Infectious Diseases

1. Common Diseases:

   • Malaria, Dengue, Zika, Chikungunya (mosquito-borne)
   • Yellow Fever, Leishmaniasis, Schistosomiasis, Filariasis (parasites)
   • HIV/AIDS, TB (bacterial/viral)

2. Risk Factors:

   • Warm, humid climates, poor sanitation, limited healthcare access.

3. Prevention:

   • Vector control (mosquito nets, repellents), vaccination, sanitation.

4. Treatment:

   • Antimalarials, antibiotics, antiretrovirals.

5. Global Efforts:

   • WHO initiatives, mass drug programs, health education.

Tropical diseases can be controlled with prevention, treatment, and global health efforts.