Below is an instruction from Human. Write a response.
    ### Instruction:
    What is (are) Melioidosis ?
    ### Response:
    Melioidosis is an infectious disease caused by the bacteria Burkholderia pseudomallei that are commonly found in the soil and water. Melioidosis is a rare disease in the United States, but it is common in tropical or subtropical areas of the world, including Southeast Asia, Africa, and Australia.
    