Host
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A person or other living organism that can be infected by a virus or other pathogen under natural conditions.
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PathogenA tiny organism such as a virus, bacterium, or parasite that can invade the body and produce disease.
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VirusA micro-organism which invades living cells in order to grow or reproduce. Viruses cause many infections, from the common cold, chickenpox and measles to HIV.
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Direct transmissionThe immediate transfer of an infectious agent from a reservoir to a susceptible host by direct contact or droplet spread.
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VectorAn animal or insect that transmits an infectious disease from a reservoir to a susceptible host.