Quarantine
Quarantine
Quarantine (/ˈkwɔːrənˌtiːn/) is a restriction on the movement of people, animals and goods which is intended to prevent the spread of disease or pests. It is often used in connection to disease and illness, preventing the movement of those who may have been exposed to a communicable disease, but do not have a confirmed medical diagnosis.
Etymology
The term quarantine originates from the Venetian dialect form of the Italian words 'quaranta giorni', meaning 'forty days'. This is due to the 40-day isolation of ships and people practiced as a measure of disease prevention in the city of Ragusa (modern-day Dubrovnik in Croatia) in the 14th century.
Related Terms
- Epidemic: A widespread occurrence of an infectious disease in a community at a particular time.
- Pandemic: An epidemic of disease that has spread across a large region, for instance multiple continents, or worldwide.
- Isolation (healthcare): A state of separation between persons or groups to prevent the spread of disease.
- Infectious Disease: Disorders caused by organisms — such as bacteria, viruses, fungi or parasites.
- Public Health: The science and art of preventing disease, prolonging life, and promoting health through the organized efforts of society.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Quarantine
- Wikipedia's article - Quarantine
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