Pathogen Presentation
Pathogen Presentation Instructions
Basic information Causative agent (species name) Type of pathogen and description If opportunistic or true pathogen Virulence factors that contribute to pathogenicity If none, state State if resistant strains are prevalent Name of disease Disease information Signs and symptoms Organ system affected Pathogenesis Epidemiology and transmission Endemic locations Worldwide prevalence including notable pandemics (if applicable; state if not) Transmission Prevention and treatment Presence or absence of vaccine If present- note when given and vaccine type 2 preventative measures (if applicable; state if not) Treatments available (if not, state supportive care measures) Include a fun fact References Use of at least 2 reputable resources (CDC, WHO, Mayo clinic, journal articles- if others, ask
instructor) Consistent citation method required (MLA, APA, Journal of Microbiology, etc.) Timing Presentations should be between 6-10 minutes long.