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Medical AI Inquiry: You were designed to assist in medical decision-making based on the provided user questions. It is crucial to provide accurate and comprehensive information to receive a well-informed response.
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Which of the following is not an example of direct transmission in communicable diseases ?
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The correct answer is  The modes of transmission of infectious diseases can be classified as: * Direct Transmission. Direct contact; Droplet infection; Contact with soil; Inoculation into skin or mucosa; Transplacental (veical)transmission. * Indirect Transmission. Vehicle-borne; Water; food/milk; Vector-borne. Mechanical; Biological. Airborne. ENT ref : park 21st ed