Environmental Factors in Disease Spread

Environmental factors play a crucial role in how diseases spread. These include climate, geography, and living conditions. For example, warmer temperatures can enhance the survival of germs and extend the breeding season of disease-carrying insects like mosquitoes. Urban areas with poor sanitation facilitate the spread of infections. Natural disasters can disrupt healthcare and clean water access, increasing disease outbreaks. Additionally, human actions, such as deforestation and pollution, can alter disease patterns. Understanding these factors helps us develop strategies to prevent and control diseases more effectively.