Question 1

is it turning out that the novel coronavirus that causes covid-19 is an airborne pathogen?

Accepted Answer

specifics: Per the World Health Organization -"In the context of COVID-19, airborne transmission may be possible in specific circumstances &amp; settings in which procedures or support treatments that generate aerosols are performed; i.e., endotracheal intubation, bronchoscopy, open suctioning, administration of nebulized treatment, manual ventilation before intubation, turning the patient to the prone position"

Question 2

what are pathogens?

Accepted Answer

Pathogens: Pathogens are microorganisms that can cause infections. Types of pathogens include bacteria, viruses, fungi, worms &amp; protozoa.

Question 3

can you tell me how are most human pathogens categorised?

Accepted Answer

Broad subject.: A pathogen is anything that causes disease.  However, it usually means microorganisms that are harmful and can include viruses, bacteria, fungi, etc.  See a good overview of the subject here: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pathogen or a whole introductory book on the subject, here: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK26917/

Question 4

anybody answered the ? what minimizes resp. spread of pathogens

Accepted Answer

Mask: Best way to prevent spread is by wearing a mask if coughing.

Question 5

what are the differences between acute, latent and chronic pathogens?

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Differences: Acute = you get infected and shortly after, get sick

Latent = you get it, sometimes will get sick, you get over the illness but the pathogen remains dormant in your body. If your immune systems weakens, you may get sick again as a result of the dormancy instead of new exposure.

Chronic = there is always active infection. It's always causing low level injury.

Question 6

what are the most common pathogens that can cause foodborne illnesses?

Accepted Answer

Noroviruses: Noroviruses are now the most frequent cause of foodborne illness in the United States.

Question 7

are there any good tests to determine which pathogens are in my system?

Accepted Answer

Pathogens:  Cultures may be obtained from stool, blood, sputum, urine to look for specific pathogens. PCR &amp; antibody tests are also used. Some can be seen microscopically on smears.

Question 8

how can you minimize your risk of transmitting pathogens to others when you are sick?

Accepted Answer

Pathogens: Wash hands often with warm water &amp; soap for at least 20 seconds. Avoid touching eyes, nose or mouth unless hands have just been washed. Use a face covering or mask when in public. Practice social distancing – stay at least 6 feet from others (outside of family you live with). Stay away from crowds. Stay home as much as possible.

Question 9

how do you protect yourself from pathogens that are spread through direct contact and indirect contact?

Accepted Answer

Pathogen protection: Wash hands often with warm water &amp; soap for at least 20 seconds. Avoid touching eyes, nose or mouth unless hands have just been washed. Use a face covering or mask when in public. Practice social distancing – stay at least 6 feet from others (outside of family you live with). Stay away from crowds. Stay home as much as possible.

Question 10

which pathogen causes sigatoka disease?

Accepted Answer

This is a disease: that affects bananas.  Ascomycete fungus Mycosphaerella fijiensis (Morelet)

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