Medical and general term for diseases caused by pathogens such as viruses, bacteria, or fungi. Often used in public health contexts.
The outbreak of the novel coronavirus infectious disease continues.
Handwashing is important to prevent infectious diseases.
I ended up catching an infectious disease while traveling.
An infectious disease spreads through this region every winter.
After returning home, I got tested for an infectious disease.
Washing your hands is a basic way to prevent infectious disease.
urinary tract infection; UTI
acute infection