Question

Scenario: Tularemia outbreak in rabbits in a popularoutdoor recreational area: A few days before of a longholiday weekend, the local health department is notified that therehas been a large die-off of rabbits at a reservoir popular forcamping, swimming, boating, hiking, fishing and many other outdoorrecreational activities. It is expected that at least 10,000 peoplewill visit the area over the weekend. Upon investigation andsampling, the local health department confirms Tularemia is thecause. The affected area is adjacent to the swim beach, the RVpark, and main trail heads.

Question:

• Provide a scholarly analysis of the zoonotic disease in theabove scenario, highlighting the unique attributes of this illness,and support why it is a public health concern. Explain thesituational background and why a public health response would bewarranted.
• Describe the animal to human disease transmission process forthis scenario, considering the unique epidemiology andenvironmental health factors that influence this diseasetransmission. What challenges/barriers can you expect to face,given this information?
• Cite the sources within your text and reference list at theend