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Explain how pathogens are spread by coughing and sneezing. What can be done to prevent the spread of these diseases?

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these pathogens travel through air making it easier to get to other people
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The spread of pathogens by coughing and sneezing is a method of indirect transmission of diseases.

Coughing and sneezing just release these infective organisms from the body into the surroundings.

It can be prevented by avoiding crowded areas and always wearing a face mask.
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