Aristides Agramonte facts for kids
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Aristides Agramonte
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Aristides Agramonte
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| Born | June 3, 1868 |
| Died | August 19, 1931 |
| Nationality | American |
| Known for | Yellow fever |
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| Fields | bacteriology |
| Institutions | University of Havana |
Aristides Agramonte y Simoni (born June 3, 1868 – died August 19, 1931) was an important Cuban-American doctor and scientist. He studied tiny living things (bacteriology) and diseases common in warm, tropical places (tropical medicine).
In 1898, he joined the U.S. Army as a doctor. He was sent to Cuba to study a serious outbreak of yellow fever. Later, he became a key member of the Yellow Fever Commission. This group, led by Walter Reed, worked to understand how yellow fever was spread.
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Studying Diseases
Aristides Agramonte was a special kind of doctor called a pathologist. This means he studied diseases and how they affect the body. He was also a bacteriologist, which means he studied bacteria and other tiny germs.
The Yellow Fever Commission
One of Agramonte's most famous roles was on the Yellow Fever Commission. This was a group of scientists and doctors. They worked together to find out how yellow fever was transmitted.
The commission was led by Dr. Walter Reed. Their research in Cuba was very important. They proved that mosquitoes spread yellow fever. This discovery helped save many lives.
Other Important Research
Besides yellow fever, Agramonte studied many other diseases. He looked into how they spread and how to treat them. Some of these diseases included:
- Plague
- Dengue fever
- Trachoma (an eye infection)
- Malaria
- Tuberculosis
- Typhoid fever
His work helped doctors understand and fight these illnesses.
Later Life and Work
After his important work with the Yellow Fever Commission, Aristides Agramonte continued his career. He became a professor at the University of Havana in Cuba. He taught many students about medicine and science.
He also held many important jobs in the government. His knowledge helped improve public health in Cuba. He dedicated his life to understanding and fighting diseases.
See also
In Spanish: Arístides Agramonte Simoni para niños
- James Carroll
- Carlos J. Finlay
- Jesse William Lazear
