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How Does Climate Influence Disease Transmission?

Climate factors such as temperature, humidity, and precipitation significantly influence the lifecycle of pathogens and vectors (e.g., mosquitoes). For instance, warmer temperatures can increase the breeding rates of mosquitoes, thereby enhancing the transmission of vector-borne diseases like malaria and dengue. Similarly, extreme weather events can disrupt sanitation systems and lead to outbreaks of waterborne diseases.

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