Description
Prompt
Review the provided resources, to learn more about various deadly diseases throughout history. Then, consult the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention site to learn more about the various diseases.
In your journal assignment, address the following critical elements:
Describe some of the deadliest diseases in human history.
Explain how the diseases you described were transmitted.
Analyze the means for eradicating the diseases you discussed.
What to Submit
Submit the assignment as a Word document with double spacing, 12-point Times New Roman font, and one-inch margins. Your journal assignment must be 3 to 4 paragraphs in length.
The following is a list of resources that will enable you to complete the activities. Below each resource are a few guiding questions to consider as you read and review.
Website: History of Infectious Disease Outbreaks and Vaccines Timeline
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This website discusses the history of major disease outbreaks, epidemics, and pandemics. In addition, this website expands on the impact vaccines and research have had on infectious diseases.
Website: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
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This website provides a detailed look at various diseases, epidemics, and pandemics. In addition, this website provides preventative measures to help the spread of disease.
