Choose an infectious disease that is currently a human health risk.

Examples: Influenza, Tuberculosis, HIV/AIDS, sexually-transmitted diseases, etc.

Research your topic using online sources such as the NIH, CDC, and WHO.

Write a 350- to 525-word blog entry on the disease.  You are getting the word out to your chosen audience.  Answer the following questions:

1. Describe the cause and symptoms of the disease.   
2. Which populations are most susceptible to infection? How is the disease transmitted?
3. Is there a vaccine or treatment available for the disease?
4. Is the disease new or has it occurred in the past?
5. Does the disease present a significant problem for the human population globally, or is it localized?

Choose an infectious disease that is currently a human health risk.

Examples: Influenza, Tuberculosis, HIV/AIDS, sexually-transmitted diseases, etc.

Research your topic using online sources such as the NIH, CDC, and WHO.

Write a 350- to 525-word blog entry on the disease.  You are getting the word out to your chosen audience.  Answer the following questions:

1. Describe the cause and symptoms of the disease.   
2. Which populations are most susceptible to infection? How is the disease transmitted?
3. Is there a vaccine or treatment available for the disease?
4. Is the disease new or has it occurred in the past?
5. Does the disease present a significant problem for the human population globally, or is it localized?