Patient Zero Pages 1-33 Flashcard

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What is an index case?

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The first person to come in contact with a virus, often referred to as Patient Zero.

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Can people still catch the plague today?

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True, the plague can still be contracted today.

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What is an epidemiologist?

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A person who studies epidemics and the patterns, causes, and effects of health and disease conditions in defined populations.

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How did Goodwomen Phillips likely get sick?

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She likely got sick from the mice she picked up.

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What is a pandemic?

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A pandemic is an outbreak that once was an epidemic and has spread worldwide.

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What is the difference between an epidemic and a pandemic?

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An epidemic is a sudden increase in the number of cases of a disease above what is normally expected in a population, while a pandemic is an epidemic that has spread across countries or continents.

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What role do epidemiologists play in public health?

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Epidemiologists investigate patterns and causes of diseases to reduce the risk and occurrence of negative health outcomes.

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What is the significance of Patient Zero in an outbreak?

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Patient Zero helps epidemiologists trace the origin and spread of a disease.

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What are common methods used by epidemiologists to study diseases?

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Common methods include statistical analysis, field studies, and laboratory research.

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What is the importance of understanding transmission routes in epidemiology?

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Understanding transmission routes helps in developing strategies to prevent and control outbreaks.