The 10 Deadliest and Most Dangerous Viruses in the World

Viruses are tiny microorganisms that can cause a wide range of illnesses, from the common cold to life-threatening diseases. Some viruses are more deadly than others, and some are more easily transmitted. Here is a list of the 10 deadliest and most dangerous viruses in the world:

The 10 Deadliest and Most Dangerous Viruses in the World

by Larry Slawson

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1. Rabies

Rabies is a viral disease of the central nervous system that is transmitted through the bite of an infected animal. Rabies is almost always fatal if it is not treated promptly.

Symptoms

• Fever
• Headache
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Hydrophobia (fear of water)
• Paralysis

Transmission

Rabies is transmitted through the bite of an infected animal. The virus can be found in the saliva of infected animals, and it can be transmitted when an infected animal bites or scratches another animal or a human.

Prevention

There is a vaccine available to prevent rabies. The vaccine is recommended for people who are at risk of being exposed to rabies, such as veterinarians, animal handlers, and travelers to areas where rabies is common.

2. Ebola

Ebola is a viral hemorrhagic fever that is caused by the Ebola virus. Ebola is a very serious disease that can be fatal in up to 90% of cases.

Symptoms

• Fever
• Headache
• Muscle aches
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Diarrhea
• Bleeding

Transmission

Ebola is transmitted through contact with the blood or bodily fluids of an infected person. The virus can also be transmitted through contact with contaminated objects, such as needles or syringes.

Prevention

There is no vaccine available to prevent Ebola. The best way to prevent Ebola is to avoid contact with infected people or contaminated objects.

3. Marburg

Marburg is a viral hemorrhagic fever that is caused by the Marburg virus. Marburg is a very serious disease that can be fatal in up to 90% of cases.

Symptoms

• Fever
• Headache
• Muscle aches
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Diarrhea
• Bleeding

Transmission

Marburg is transmitted through contact with the blood or bodily fluids of an infected person. The virus can also be transmitted through contact with contaminated objects, such as needles or syringes.

Prevention

There is no vaccine available to prevent Marburg. The best way to prevent Marburg is to avoid contact with infected people or contaminated objects.

4. Lassa fever

Lassa fever is a viral hemorrhagic fever that is caused by the Lassa virus. Lassa fever is a serious disease that can be fatal in up to 20% of cases.

Symptoms

• Fever
• Headache
• Muscle aches
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Diarrhea
• Bleeding

Transmission

Lassa fever is transmitted through contact with the urine or feces of an infected rat. The virus can also be transmitted through contact with the blood or bodily fluids of an infected person.

Prevention

There is no vaccine available

The 10 Deadliest and Most Dangerous Viruses in the World

by Larry Slawson

5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	849 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	24 pages
Lending	:	Enabled

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