Human carriers are crucial in understanding the dynamics of disease transmission for several reasons:
1. Hidden Reservoirs: Carriers can act as hidden reservoirs of infection, making it difficult to track and control outbreaks. 2. Transmission: Carriers can unknowingly spread the pathogen to others, facilitating the spread of disease within (and between) populations. 3. Epidemiological Studies: Identifying and studying carriers can help in understanding the epidemiology of a disease, including its transmission patterns, incubation periods, and potential for outbreaks.
