How Do Environmental Mechanisms Affect Disease Transmission?
Environmental factors can influence disease transmission in several ways:
Vector Ecology: The habitat and behavior of vectors, such as mosquitoes, can be affected by environmental changes, influencing the spread of vector-borne diseases. Human Behavior: Environmental stressors can modify human behavior, such as increased indoor living during pollution episodes, which can impact the spread of infectious diseases. Pathogen Survival: Temperature, humidity, and other environmental conditions can affect the survival and virulence of pathogens.
