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?