rift valley fever

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Noun rift valley fever has 1 sense

Rift Valley fever - an infection common in Africa caused by a bunyavirus; transmitted by mosquitoes or by handling infected animals
--₁ is a kind of hemorrhagic fever, haemorrhagic fever, viral hemorrhagic fever, viral haemorrhagic fever, VHF

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Rift Valley Fever

Description:

Rift Valley Fever is a viral zoonosis that primarily affects animals but can also be transmitted to humans. It is characterized by fever, jaundice, and bleeding disorders, and can result in widespread epidemics among livestock.

Senses:

Noun (Medical)

A viral zoonotic disease primarily affecting animals, transmitted to humans through contact with infected animals or mosquito bites.

Example: The government implemented strict measures to control the spread of Rift Valley Fever among livestock.

Noun (Geographical)

A geological feature consisting of a long, narrow valley formed by tectonic movement, found primarily in East Africa.

Example: The Great Rift Valley is a famous geological formation in Africa that runs from Mozambique to Jordan.