Learning Outcomes

When you have studied this session, you should be able to:

• Define and use correctly all of the key words printed in bold.
• Describe the vector and the modes of transmission of relapsing fever and typhus, and the conditions in which epidemics are most likely to occur.
• Describe the symptoms of relapsing fever and typhus, and the actions you should take if you identify a suspected case.
• Explain how you would apply effective methods to prevent and control relapsing fever and typhus.