Droplet transmission

{
  "id": "MLC-T-ENV-008606",
  "term": "Droplet transmission",
  "field": "Environment",
  "term_source": "Droplet Transmission",
  "definition": "Transfer of diseases by infected droplets contacting surfaces of the eye, nose, or mouth. Droplets containing microorganisms can be generated when an infected person coughs, sneezes, or talks. Droplets can also be generated during certain medical procedures, such as bronchoscopy. Droplets are too large to be airborne for long periods of time, and quickly settle out of air.",
  "subject": "Science and research",
  "references": [
    "Introduction to Epidemiology. Section 10. Chain of Infection In: Principles of Epidemiology in Public Health Practice, Third Edition"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/environment/droplet-transmission/"
}