SPREAD OF INFECTIOUS DISEASES AND PREVENTIVE MEASURES
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Abstract: Infectious diseases remain one of the major global health challenges despite significant advances in modern medicine and healthcare systems. Rapid urbanization, globalization, climate change, migration, and antimicrobial resistance have contributed to the increasing spread of infectious diseases worldwide. This article analyzes the causes, transmission mechanisms, epidemiology, and prevention strategies of infectious diseases using an IMRAD-based scientific approach. The study examines viral, bacterial, fungal, and parasitic infections and evaluates the effectiveness of preventive healthcare measures such as vaccination, sanitation, quarantine, public awareness, and epidemiological surveillance. Special attention is given to infectious disease prevention policies in Uzbekistan and the importance of public health education. The findings indicate that integrated preventive strategies and early intervention significantly reduce disease transmission and improve community health outcomes.
Keywords: infectious diseases, epidemiology, prevention, vaccination, public health, communicable diseases, infection control, healthcare system.