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Preferred term
epidemics
Definition
- Epidemics can be defined as disease outbreaks that occur within given geographic areas, such as communities, villages, states, or territories, that spread to other areas. Epidemics can be caused by microorganisms (germs) in the form of bacteria, viruses, fungi, protozoans, or parasites. [Source: Encyclopedia of Crisis Management; Epidemics]
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http://data.loterre.fr/ark:/67375/N9J-HJBGHCZV-T
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