MEDizzy
MEDizzy
SM
Stacy Morrisalmost 4 years ago

How does climate affect the prevalence of upper respiratory tract infections (URIs)?

94
Top rated comment
almost 4 years ago

Effect of Climate on Prevalence of Upper Respiratory Infections (URIs) In the USA, upper respiratory infections commonly peak in the beginning of late August or early September till March or April. In this bracket of period, fall and winter begin. Due to cold weather most of the time is spent indoors at work, home and school with humidifiers. Humid atmosphere creates ideal environment for the multiplication of virus. Therefore, viral pathogens become more active and infect healthy population.

Other commentsSign in to post comments. You don't have an account? Sign up now!

Recent MCQs















Show more MCQs

Recent flashcard sets















Show more flashcards