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Q: Is meningitis spread by vectors
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How do vectors spread germs?

Vectors are the transportation means of germs.


Where does meningitis come from?

Meningitis is spread by coming in contact with the saliva or mucus of someone who already has meningitis. Meningitis affects the membranes that enclose the spinal cord and brain.


What are the vectors of tuberculosis?

There is no vector for the spread of TB.It is primarily spread person to person


How are vectors and viruses related?

They are related in that vectors are the organisms carrying the pathogens or virus itself. A virus relies on the vectors to spread to other organisms and reproduce.


What is called spread of diseases cased by housefly insect?

meningitis


Can washing your hands frequently prevent the spread of vectors?

False


Can a sore throat infection spread to back muscles?

A throat infection can spread to the ears, nose, or even brain. However, it doesn't usually spread to the muscles unless a meningitis (brain layers infections) is present. Meningitis can cause stiffness of the muscles.


Who is exposed to meningitis?

anyone can get meningitis. its cells are carried in the air. smokers are at increased risk of meningitis. it can infect open wounds, or can be spread during surgery if anything unsterilized gets into your body's bloodstream.


How does removing standing water prevent the spread of malaria?

it prevents vectors from breeding


What is vector spread disease and the examples?

A disease which is carried and spread by an agent (animal or microorganism) is a vector spread disease. Eg. Mosquitoes are the vectors for malaria.


How does Meningitus spread?

Meningitis is primarily spread through respiratory secretions like saliva or mucus, often through close contact with an infected individual. It can also be spread through direct contact with an infected person's respiratory secretions or by touching surfaces contaminated with the bacteria or viruses that cause meningitis.


Is meningitis contagious after antibiotic treatment?

Meningitis is contagious. It can be spread by coming into contact with an infected person's respiratory secretions. Small children who are not yet toilet trained and their caretakers may also spread the virus.Not everyone who is infected with meningitis will actually get the disease. Therefore, it is not always obvious when you are at risk for infection. When it comes to personal hygiene, common sense can help prevent the spread of viral meningitis. This may include:washing hands oftendisinfecting surfaces with chlorine bleach mixed with waterBecause viral menigitis is caused by the enterovirus, it is important to note that this virus is active in the summer and early fall.http://www.symptoms-of-meningitis.co.uk is a good site for meningitis information.