Houseflies are implicated in the transmission of numerous diseases, including:
1. Diarrheal diseases: Houseflies can spread pathogens like *Salmonella*, *Shigella*, and *Escherichia coli*, which cause gastrointestinal illnesses. 2. Typhoid fever: The bacterium *Salmonella typhi* can be carried by houseflies, leading to severe systemic infections. 3. Cholera: The bacterium *Vibrio cholerae* can be transmitted by houseflies, resulting in severe dehydration and diarrhea. 4. Parasitic infections: Houseflies can carry eggs and larvae of parasitic worms, such as those causing ascariasis and hookworm infections. 5. Eye infections: Houseflies can spread *Chlamydia trachomatis*, the causative agent of trachoma, a leading cause of blindness.
