Transmission rates can vary due to multiple factors: - Public Health Interventions: Measures such as social distancing, vaccination campaigns, and quarantine can significantly reduce transmission rates. - Behavioral Changes: Changes in human behavior, such as increased handwashing or mask-wearing, can also impact transmission. - Seasonality: Some diseases exhibit seasonal patterns, with higher transmission rates during specific times of the year. - Pathogen Evolution: The emergence of new variants can lead to changes in transmission dynamics. - Environmental Factors: Changes in weather, humidity, and other environmental conditions can influence the spread of some infectious diseases.
