Facility conditions key to controlling spread of viral hemorrhagic fever

Many of the hosts that carry hemorrhagic fever viruses are rodents


Controlling facility conditions which allow the spread of viral hemorrhagic fever is essential, according to an article on the Ledger-Independent website.

Because many of the hosts that carry hemorrhagic fever viruses are rodents, disease prevention efforts include:

• Controlling rodent populations

• Discouraging rodents from entering or living in homes or workplaces

• Encouraging safe cleanup of rodent nests and droppings

• Use insect repellant, proper clothing, bed nets, window screens, and other insect barriers to avoid being bitten

Read the article.

 



October 17, 2014


Topic Area: Maintenance and Operations


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