Person-to-Person Bacterial and Viral Diseases — Airborne, Contact, and Sexually Transmitted Infections Explained | Chapter 31 from Brock Biology of Microorganisms
Person-to-Person Bacterial and Viral Diseases — Airborne, Contact, and Sexually Transmitted Infections Explained | Chapter 31 from Brock Biology of Microorganisms Which bacterial and viral diseases are spread directly between people, and how are they diagnosed, prevented, or treated? Chapter 31 of Brock Biology of Microorganisms surveys common airborne, direct-contact, and sexually transmitted infections, focusing on transmission routes, symptoms, pathogens, and public health strategies including vaccination and drug therapy. Watch the full video summary below and subscribe to Last Minute Lecture for more textbook chapter breakdowns! Airborne Bacterial Diseases Several significant bacterial pathogens are transmitted via airborne droplets: Streptococcus pyogenes: Causes strep throat, which can progress to scarlet fever or rheumatic fever. Streptococcus pneumoniae: Common cause of pneumonia, especially in the elderly and immunocompromised. Corynebacterium d...