Staying Safe from Yellow Fever

The video discusses how to prevent mosquito bites by wearing long-sleeved clothes and using repellent. It highlights the dangers of the yellow fever mosquito, which can transmit a serious virus. Symptoms appear 3-6 days after a bite and include fever, headache, and nausea. In severe cases, liver damage and bleeding can occur. Vaccination is recommended and becomes effective after 10 days. Annually, 200,000 people contract yellow fever.

What is the primary method to prevent mosquito bites that can transmit yellow fever?

• Drinking plenty of water

• Avoiding outdoor activities

• Using mosquito repellent

• Wearing short-sleeved clothes

Which of the following is NOT a symptom of yellow fever in its initial stage?

• Chills

• Bleeding from the eyes

• Headache

• Fever

How many days after being bitten by a yellow fever mosquito do symptoms typically appear?

• Seven to ten days

• Three to six days

• One to two days

• More than ten days

What percentage of people do not survive the severe stage of yellow fever?

• 20%

• 15%

• 10%

• 5%

When does the yellow fever vaccine become effective after administration?

• Immediately

• After 15 days

• After 5 days

• After 10 days