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A state reports increased incidence of scrub typhus with unusual antibiotic resistance patterns. Molecular analysis reveals genetic recombination between different Orientia tsutsugamushi strains. Considering One Health approach, which integrated strategy would be most effective for long-term control?

Accepted Answer

Environmental modification, rodent control, public education, and surveillance strengthening

Answer

Development of new antibiotics for resistant strains as sole measure

Answer

Mass chemoprophylaxis with doxycycline during outbreak season only

Answer

Isolation of all suspected cases in specialized centers

Emerging and Re-emerging Infections — MCQs

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