Definition of contagious

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contagious

The term 'contagious' as it applies to the area of illness can be defined as ' A contagious disease is easily spread from one person to another by contact with the infectious agent that causes the disease. The agent may be in droplets of liquid particles made by coughing or sneezing, contaminated food utensils, water or food'.

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