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A frequently fatal disease caused by a virus classed as a member of the family Filoviridae. Clinically this disease is identical to that caused by the Ebola virus. An uncommon type of hemorrhagic fever, also known as green monkey disease, which is spread by African vervet monkeys. The disease begins abruptly, marked by sudden fever,…

A hypersensitivity pneumonitis caused by inhalation of spores from the mold Cryptostroma corticate, which is present under the bark of logs cut from maple trees.  

A device for measuring the force of a thrust.  

A collection of techniques in which hand movements are skillfully applied to mobilize joints and soft tissues. These techniques may be used to alleviate pain, improve extension and motion, induce relaxation, reduce edema, and improve pulmonary and musculoskeletal function.  

A technique for estimating the relative strength of specific muscles. Rating categories and values include normal (5), good (4), fair (3), poor (2), trace (1), and absent CO). A grade of fair is based on the ability of the muscle to move the part through its full range of motion against gravity; a grade of…

A genus of mosquitoes found in tropical countries that transmit microfilariae to humans.  

A species of tiny parasitic worms transmitted to humans via insect bite, usually found in tropical regions.  

A species found in humans in Central and South America and the Caribbean. It is transmitted by blackflies and midges. The parasites are unsheathed and most patients are asymptomatic.