Hcs 457 Communicable Disease Research Paper
Communicable Disease
Michael E Aponte
Professor Steiner
University of Phoenix
HCS 457
Chickenpox is a highly communicable virus named the varicella-zoster virus and closely resembles the herpes virus. The virus can be released into the air by coughing or sneezing, spreading the virus from person to person. The virus also can be spread by touching the fluids from a chickenpox blister. Chickenpox is so contagious that an individual who has never had exposure to chickenpox has an 80% chance of obtaining the disease when in close contact with an infected individual. According to Pub Med Health (2009) “Most children with chickenpox act sick, with symptoms such as a fever, headache, tummy ache, or loss of appetite …show more content…
According to the CDC (2011) “The chickenpox vaccine is the best way to prevent chickenpox. Vaccination not only protects vaccinated persons, it also reduces the risk for exposure in the community for persons unable to be vaccinated because of illness or other conditions, including those who may be at greater risk for severe disease” (p. 1). The chickenpox vaccine has been effective in protecting 11 out of 12 individuals who receive the vaccination. “In the United States, children receive two doses of the varicella vaccine, the first between ages 12 and …show more content…
Community immunization programs are reducing the incidents of the c hickenpox virus and controlling outbreaks that threaten the whole community. Although chickenpox still exists in communities the incidents have been decreasing allowing most individuals the convenience of not suffering from the affects of this disease. Community programs educate individuals to prevent the spread of chickenpox once infected. Infected individuals should remain home and avoid exposing others. Public Health Department
The public health department investigates infectious diseases and controlling outbreaks to the community. The varicella-zoster virus becomes a public health problem when it induces other diseases including pneumonia, encephalitis, hepatitis, and even death. “Public Health works to prevent and mitigate disease in the population. Cle an drinking water, safe food, and control of disease are public health objectives that
Michael E Aponte
Professor Steiner
University of Phoenix
HCS 457
Chickenpox is a highly communicable virus named the varicella-zoster virus and closely resembles the herpes virus. The virus can be released into the air by coughing or sneezing, spreading the virus from person to person. The virus also can be spread by touching the fluids from a chickenpox blister. Chickenpox is so contagious that an individual who has never had exposure to chickenpox has an 80% chance of obtaining the disease when in close contact with an infected individual. According to Pub Med Health (2009) “Most children with chickenpox act sick, with symptoms such as a fever, headache, tummy ache, or loss of appetite …show more content…
According to the CDC (2011) “The chickenpox vaccine is the best way to prevent chickenpox. Vaccination not only protects vaccinated persons, it also reduces the risk for exposure in the community for persons unable to be vaccinated because of illness or other conditions, including those who may be at greater risk for severe disease” (p. 1). The chickenpox vaccine has been effective in protecting 11 out of 12 individuals who receive the vaccination. “In the United States, children receive two doses of the varicella vaccine, the first between ages 12 and …show more content…
Community immunization programs are reducing the incidents of the c hickenpox virus and controlling outbreaks that threaten the whole community. Although chickenpox still exists in communities the incidents have been decreasing allowing most individuals the convenience of not suffering from the affects of this disease. Community programs educate individuals to prevent the spread of chickenpox once infected. Infected individuals should remain home and avoid exposing others. Public Health Department
The public health department investigates infectious diseases and controlling outbreaks to the community. The varicella-zoster virus becomes a public health problem when it induces other diseases including pneumonia, encephalitis, hepatitis, and even death. “Public Health works to prevent and mitigate disease in the population. Cle an drinking water, safe food, and control of disease are public health objectives that