Title : Epidemiology of West Nile Virus (WNV) and health policy
Abstract:
This presentation has as its purpose providing information regarding West Nile Virus (WNV) and guidance regarding epidemiological response to WNV in terms of public health. This presentaton discusses the nature of West Nile Virus (WNV), including its epidemiological triangle. Prevention, treatment, nature, and manifestations of the disease are discussed, including different manifestations of WNV, such as neuroinvasive disease that can manifest as meningitis, encephalopathy, and flaccid paralysis. This presentation also addresses problems in epidemiology as relating to WNV, such as lack of vaccine or treatment. Other problem facing WNV is the lack of knowledge about WNV in the general public as well as among healthcare professionals. This presentation evaluates healthcare services and screening programs and provides guidance for public policy and ethics in dealing with WNV.
