FILARIA

SIS

BY :

R. J

. M

AR

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WHAT IS FILARIASIS?

Filariasis is a condition caused by the filarial Worm. This parasite is transmitted through mosquitos. Mosquitos Suck.

SYMPTOMS

Symptoms include but are not limited to

• Fever

• Chills

• Headaches

• Skin lesions

• Major swelling of the legs

PREVENTION

Use a mosquito net

Cover as much skin as possible with clothing

Spray exposed skin with mosquito repellant.

This dude is prepped

RECENT ADVANCES

Doctors and scientists are currently working on new ways to test for filariais