A student travels to Brazil by boat on the Amazon River, without visiting the doctor prior to traveling for recommended vaccinations for travel to South America. The student becomes ill during the trip and is quarantined. Which of the diseases listed below does the student most likely have?

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Yellow fever is a viral disease that is transmitted by mosquitoes and is prevalent in South America, including Brazil. Vaccination prior to travel is recommended to prevent the disease. Symptoms of yellow fever include fever, chills, headache, muscle aches, and vomiting, which can progress to more serious complications. The student's failure to receive recommended vaccinations puts them at risk for contracting yellow fever.

A Student Travels to Brazil by Boat on the Amazon