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Infectious Disease: An Overview

Pathogens, including bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites, produce infectious diseases. Infectious diseases can spread through direct contact, contaminated food or drink, bug bites, or even airborne transmission. Among the somewhat prevalent infectious diseases are tuberculosis, influenza, dengue, malaria, and pneumonia.
Infectious diseases range in intensity; some, like the common cold, are mild, while others, like HIV/AIDS and COVID-19, could be fatal. Managing these disorders depends much on early diagnosis and appropriate therapy. Several infectious diseases, including polio, hepatitis, and measles, can be avoided in substantial part by vaccination.
Infections are more likely with inadequate sanitation, lack of cleanliness, and compromised immunity. An increasing issue is antimicrobial resistance (AMR), since overuse and abuse of antibiotics produce drug-resistant bacteria, thereby complicating the treatment of diseases. Emerging and re-emerging diseases such as Ebola and the Zika virus underline the need for worldwide health surveillance.
Following public health recommendations, keeping hygiene, eating fresh food and drink, and so on constitute preventive actions. Medical research and developments always help expand the options for therapy. Controlling the spread of contagious illnesses and guaranteeing world health security depend on public awareness and aggressive healthcare projects.