How Do Asymptomatic Carriers Impact Disease Transmission?
Asymptomatic carriers play a significant role in the spread of infectious diseases. Because they do not show symptoms, they are often unaware of their infection and may not take precautions to prevent transmission. This can lead to widespread dissemination of the pathogen within a community. For instance, asymptomatic carriers of the SARS-CoV-2 virus were found to significantly contribute to the spread of COVID-19.