Disease Transmission

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What is disease transmission?

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The process by which pathogens are spread from one host to another, leading to infection.

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What are pathogens?

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Microorganisms such as bacteria, viruses, fungi, or parasites that can cause disease.

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What does 'close contact' mean in terms of disease transmission?

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Being in close proximity to an infected person, which increases the risk of pathogen transmission.

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What is airborne transmission?

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A method of disease transmission where pathogens are spread through the air, often via droplets from coughs or sneezes.

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What is contact transmission?

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A method of disease transmission that occurs through direct physical contact with an infected person or contaminated surface.

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What is vectorborne transmission?

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Transmission of pathogens through vectors, such as insects, that carry the disease from one host to another.

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What is ingestion transmission?

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A method of disease transmission where pathogens are consumed through contaminated food or water.

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What does it mean to be a 'carrier' of a pathogen?

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A person who is infected with a pathogen but does not show symptoms, yet can still spread the disease.

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What is the significance of physical distancing in disease prevention?

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Maintaining a certain distance from others to reduce the risk of airborne transmission of pathogens.

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What is the role of hygiene in preventing disease transmission?

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Practicing good hygiene, such as handwashing, helps to remove pathogens and reduce the risk of infection.