BABESIOSIS

Course overview

Babesiosis is a tickborne infection caused by protozoa of the Babesia family (e.g., Babesia microti, B. bovis, B. divergens). The infection is often mild and self-limiting, but in rare cases can be severe in immunocompromised persons. This continuing education module is designed to give the reader/learner an increased understanding of babesiosis, including its clinical presentation, types, and treatment, and to aid in caring for the patient with this diagnosis. Readers may explore any or all of the topics. One contact hour of continuing education credit is available for those who successfully complete the post-test and evaluation form.