Tropical disease
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Tropical diseases are diseases that are prevalent in or unique to tropical and subtropical regions. The diseases are less prevalent in temperate climates, due in part to the occurrence of a cold season, which controls the insect population by forcing hibernation. (Guns, Germs, and Steel by Jared Diamond) Insects such as mosquitoes and flies are by far the most common disease carrier, or vector. These insects may carry a parasite, bacterium or virus that is infectious to humans and animals. Most often disease is transmitted by an insect "bite", which causes transmission of the infectious agent through subcutaneous blood exchange. Vaccines are not available for most of the diseases listed here, and many do not have cures.
See also
- Hospital for Tropical Diseases
- Tropical medicine
- Infectious disease
- Neglected diseases
- List of epidemics
- Waterborne diseases
- Globalization and disease
