Several diseases are directly associated with soil. These include:
1. Tetanus: Caused by the bacterium Clostridium tetani, which is commonly found in soil. Infection typically occurs through wound contamination. 2. Histoplasmosis: A fungal infection caused by Histoplasma capsulatum, which thrives in soil enriched with bird or bat droppings. 3. Anthrax: Caused by Bacillus anthracis, a bacterium that can form spores and survive in soil for extended periods. 4. Leptospirosis: A bacterial infection caused by Leptospira spp., which can be present in soil contaminated with the urine of infected animals.
