Mosquitoes Considered as Transmitters of Yellow Fever and Malaria,Medical Record: A Weekly Journal of Medicine and Surgery, by Carlos J. Finlay May 27, 1899

Containers:

Box 19, Folder 14

Creator:

Finlay, Carlos Juan, 1833-1915

Extent:

9 pages

Scope and content:

Finlay discusses the theory that mosquitoes can transmit malaria and yellow fever. To bolster his case he describes Koch's work with the tick that transmits Texas Fever. He writes about the effect of temperature on mosquitoes, and suggests that measures be taken to eliminate mosquitoes and prevent their entry into houses.

Language:

English

Subjects:

Diseases
Mosquitoes
Public health
Yellow fever
articles

Names:

Finlay, Carlos Juan, 1833-1915

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