Abstract
The fitness of most pathogenic microorganisms depends on transmission from host to host. This requires adaptation for dissemination, translocation and survival between hosts, as well as for colonization. A complex relationship exists between these components of microbial fitness and virulence. Understanding this relationship has important implications for research and public health.
Publication types
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Research Support, U.S. Gov't, P.H.S.
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Review
MeSH terms
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Animals
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Bacteria / pathogenicity*
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Bacterial Infections / transmission*
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Fungi / pathogenicity*
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Host-Parasite Interactions*
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Humans
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Mycoses / transmission*
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Parasites / pathogenicity*
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Parasitic Diseases / transmission*
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Public Health Administration
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Virulence
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Virus Diseases / transmission*
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Viruses / pathogenicity*