In this Q&A, Zimmer lends his expertise to shed light on the dangers of airborne pathogens, pollutants from wildfire smoke and the potential of biological weapons. What most surprised you while ...

Disease transmission can happen in different ways, but the most unpredictable method is via airborne transmission. There are very few diseases that can be transmitted through the air. Airborne ...

Kawamura calls TB a "social disease of crowding and mobility." "Since TB is airborne, congregate settings like hospitals, nursing homes, prisons, jails, classrooms and homeless shelters are places ...

Airborne DNA offers a powerful new tool for tracking wildlife, detecting pathogens, and monitoring human impacts across ...

Many different diseases can be spread by airborne pathogens. Learning how to protect against them is important for your health and the health of your community. Stay informed with our live updates ...