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Study findings from A. Bialasiewicz et al broaden understanding of life sciences
January 7th, 2009
Data detailed in 'Mathematical modelling of epidemics under specific regard of adenoviral keratoconjunctivitis' have been presented. According to a study from Muscat, Oman, "At first ADV is presented as a typical pandemic. The contagiosity of adenovirus is high because of the viability of the virus on inorganic surfaces in medical offices up to 35 days." "Outbreaks and epidemics occur 3-30 days after infection, which is mainly contracted from medical facilities. EKC is considered a notifiable condition in most countries, and outbreaks, suspects and infections must be reported. Symptoms like 'pink eye', foreign body sensations, photophobia, pain, signs such as follicles,...
Source: Vaccine Weekly (2009-01-07)
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