Pathogenic transmission over distances more than one meter through aerosols such as dust and fine particles. Example: Dust particles transmit hantavirus to humans, with inhalation causing fatal respiratory infection.

Airborne Transmission

Water can become contaminated due to poor sanitation, leading to waterborne disease - the cause of 500,000 deaths annually according to the WHO.

Waterborne Transmission of Disease

Food can become contaminated due to improper handling and storage, causing to foodborne disease.

Foodborne Transmission of Disease

Types of vehicle transmission include:
- Waterborne disease transmission
- Foodborne disease transmission 
- Airborne transmission

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Pathogenic transmission through vehicles including as air, food, and water

Vehicle Transmission

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