Communicable diseases are indirectly transmitted by way of what are known popularly as ‘5 Fs’. Which of the following does NOT figure among them?
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
The correct answer is option 4 i.e. Fungi.
Communicable diseases are often indirectly transmitted through what is popularly known as the ‘5 Fs’ – Fingers, Feces, Food, Flies, and Fomites. These are common pathways through which infectious agents such as bacteria, viruses, and parasites spread from one person to another, particularly in unsanitary conditions. They highlight the importance of hygiene and cleanliness in preventing disease. However, Fungi do not figure among the 5 Fs. Fungi are a type of microorganism that can directly cause infections, but they are not considered a transmission route like the other Fs. Hence, fungi is not part of the 5 Fs model.