PUBHLTH 2 Study Guide - Final Guide: Escambia County, Florida, Sexually Transmitted Infection, Goitre

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15 Mar 2019
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Essential for proper function of thyroid and cell replication, prevents goiter disease. The use of oral rehydration salts (ors) alone is adequately able to prevent the incidence of diarrheal disease. Prevention of sexually transmitted diseases can be done through sex education, increase condom use, and reduce risky behaviors through communication and outreach activities. A polysaccharide meningococcal vaccine and a conjugate meningococcal c vaccine were not used as part of the immunization strategy during the new mexico meningococcal. A point source outbreak is when the source of the outbreak can be controlled/quarantined. In order to deal with the new york state west nile virus outbreak, reducing exposure to mosquitos was the primary means of prevention. Public service announcements advocated for the public to limit outdoor activities and wear long sleeved-shirts and pants. Water was drained from possible mosquito breeding grounds, and both ground and air pesticide spraying was conducted.