Other Diseases. Measles and TB are airborne-exclusive diseases. There are several other diseases that spread through respiratory droplets, which can exist either in the air or on surfaces.

Vector-borne diseases happen when disease-causing pathogens are transmitted from one host to another. Learn more about their causes, symptoms, and treatments.

In a groundbreaking study, scientists have uncovered evidence of 214 ancient pathogens within the DNA of prehistoric humans, ...

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In 2018, "disease X" was included, which signified that a pathogen previously not on our radar could cause a pandemic. Medical Xpress. What pathogen might spark the next pandemic?

Every pathogen carries with it a toolkit for infection — the types of tools in the kit, and the size of the kit, however, can vary significantly. Viruses generally travel quite light.

In a new genetic study, scientists have charted the rise of 214 human diseases across ancient Europe and Asia.

What is a polymicrobial infection? Polymicrobial infections are caused by multiple pathogens, including bacteria, fungi or parasites. These infections can cause both chronic and short-term diseases.