Airborne
Inhaling or breathing contaminated air.
What is a communicable disease?
Communicable diseases, also known as infectious or transmissible diseases, are caused by bacteria, viruses, parasites, and fungi. The Pueblo Department of Public Health and Environment works to protect the community from these diseases. The Communicable Disease team tracks illnesses in Pueblo, investigates outbreaks, and shares important information with healthcare providers and the public to help keep everyone safe and healthy. Please note: the department does not provide testing or treatment for diseases, except for sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and tuberculosis (TB).
Modes of Transmission
Communicable Diseases can be transmitted from one person or animal to another person through the following means:
Modes of Transmission
Direct Contact
Coming into contact with germs in saliva, mucus, blood, or feces.
Indirect Contact
Touching surfaces or objects that have been contaminated by germs.
Vectorborne
Being bitten by a tick or mosquito carrying a disease-causing agent.
Foodborne
Eating food contaminated with germs.
Waterborne
Drinking or coming into contact with contaminated water.