Description:
The session will show the differences
between encephalitis and meningitis. Some of the common causes of Meningitis
and Encephalitis will be discussed including clinical and diagnostic means of identification.
Current events leading to increased rates of prevalence, morbidity, and
mortality of Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE)will be examined, along with
effective control measures to eliminate insect vectors.
Learning Objectives:
- Describe the difference between meningitis and encephalitis.
- Discuss common viral and bacterial pathogens which cause meningitis and encephalitis and how they are identified clinically and diagnostically.
- Describe recent cases studies of EEE and determine effective control and treatment measures.
Author(s):
Cherry-Ann Da Costa-Carter, MSc., MPH, MT(AMT), RPT(AMT)
Launched: 2021