Infects Collection

Typhoid Mary
MARY MALLON, (1869-1938) known as Typhoid Mary; though herself healthy, she is a carrier of typhoid and, employed as a cook, infects 22, one of whom dies

One rotten apple infects all in the basket (engraving)
3631168 One rotten apple infects all in the basket (engraving) by Leighton, John (1822-1912); Private Collection; (add.info.: One rotten apple infects all in the basket)

CERBERUS CHAINED
Cerberus, chained by Hercules, infects the Earth with his foam

Common Ash (Fraxinus excelsior) dieback of leaves, caused by Ash Dieback (Chalara fraxinea) fungal disease, Norfolk, England, June

Chalara dieback of ash sign in woodland with trees infected with highly contagious fungal disease, Lower Wood Reserve, Ashwellthorpe, Norfolk, England, November 2012

Dairy farming, young dairy heifer, with Ringworm infection, close-up of head, North Yorkshire, England, November

Cattle farming, crossbred dairy calves, standing in straw pen with holly branches hanging to help prevent ringworm, Congleton, Cheshire, England, March

Domestic Goat, Saanen kid, with Pinkeye disease, close-up of head, in straw yard, Lancashire, England, February

Cultivated Crabapple (Malus sp. ) close-up of leaves, infected with Cedar-apple Rust
Cultivated Crabapple (Malus sp.) close-up of leaves, infected with Cedar-apple Rust (Gymnosporangium juniperi-virginianae), U.S.A

Barley (Hordeum vulgare) close-up of ears, infected with Loose Smut (Ustilago nuda f. sp. hordei) fungal disease
Barley (Hordeum vulgare) close-up of ears, infected with Loose Smut (Ustilago nuda f.sp.hordei) fungal disease, Lincolnshire, England, june

Grasshopper (Orthoptera sp. ) adult, killed by Pathogenic Fungus (Entomophthora sp)
Grasshopper (Orthoptera sp.) adult, killed by Pathogenic Fungus (Entomophthora sp.) infection, fungus causes grasshopper to climb stalk before dying so spores will spread further, Pyrenees, Ariege

Marsh Frog (Pelophylax ridibundus) dead adult, killed by fungal disease, at edge of pond habitat, Italy, april

Agile Frog (Rana dalmatina) immature, close-up of underside showing fungal disease and infections, Italy, may

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"Infects: A Grim Reminder of Contagion's Reach" Typhoid Mary, the infamous carrier of typhoid fever, serves as a haunting reminder of how one individual can unknowingly infect many others. Just like one rotten apple infects all in the basket, the spread of disease can rapidly affect an entire community if left unchecked. Cerberus chained: Even the most formidable guardians cannot prevent the insidious nature of infectious diseases from infiltrating our lives. Ash Dieback, caused by Chalara fraxinea fungal disease, leaves a trail of devastation among Common Ash trees in Norfolk, highlighting how easily infections can decimate natural habitats. Lower Wood Reserve bears witness to the highly contagious Chalara dieback of ash sign; a stark reminder that no tree is safe from this devastating fungal disease. In North Yorkshire's dairy farming industry, young heifers fall victim to Ringworm infection while innocently feeding on silage—a testament to how easily infections can infiltrate even well-managed farms. Holly branches hang in straw pens within cattle farms as preventive measures against ringworm—an example of proactive steps taken to curb infections and protect livestock health. Domestic Goat kid with Pinkeye disease showcases the vulnerability animals face when infected—underscoring the importance of early detection and treatment for their wellbeing. 9 & Severe ringworm infection plagues crossbred dairy cows in Staffordshire—these close-up shots serve as a stark visual representation of just how debilitating such infections can be for livestock and farmers alike. European Rabbit sits on grassland with beginnings of myxomatosis virus—a chilling sight that reminds us that wildlife too falls victim to infectious diseases and their far-reaching consequences. Infectious diseases spare no species or location—they remind us that vigilance and swift action are crucial in preventing further outbreaks and protecting the health of all living beings.