Tularemia (Noun)
Meaning
A highly infectious disease of rodents (especially rabbits and squirrels) and sometimes transmitted to humans by ticks or flies or by handling infected animals.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.
Examples
- The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported a recent outbreak of tularemia in the western United States, primarily affecting rabbit populations.
- Tularemia is a serious zoonotic disease that can be transmitted to humans through the bites of infected ticks or flies.
- The veterinarian warned hunters to wear protective gloves when handling wild game, as tularemia can be transmitted through contact with infected animals.
- Symptoms of tularemia in humans can range from mild to severe and include fever, chills, and swollen lymph nodes.
- In rare cases, tularemia can be fatal if left untreated, emphasizing the importance of prompt medical attention if symptoms persist or worsen over time.