Vectorborne Diseases of the Southeastern United States

This multimedia presentation has been designed to educate medical and public health professionals about Vectorborne Diseases of the Southeastern United States. The learner will learn about: selected vectorborne diseases pertinent to the Southeast Region, including characteristics of transmission, symptoms of diseases, diagnostics, and organism adaptability; current emerging threats, such as Dengue Fever, Rift Valley Fever, Chikungunya, Borreliosis, tick-borne illnesses, and the potential impact of climate change; and surveillance issues. The learner will also learn about current public health approaches to the problem. The CD-ROM proceedings were developed in collaboration with the Southeastern Center for Emerging Biologic Threats (SECEBT). (Symposium given on May 8-9, 2007)