Infectious Disease - A type of illness caused by a pathogenic agent, including viruses, bacteria, fungi, protozoa, parasites, or abnormal proteins known as prions.⏎
Mucous Membrane - The moist linings of body passages and internal cavities involved with absorption and secretion of substances.⏎
Institute of Medicine - An independent, nonprofit organization that works outside of government to provide unbiased and authoritative advice on health and medicine to decision makers and the public.⏎
Incubation Time - The period of time between exposure to an infectious agent and the appearance of symptoms of the infection or disease it causes.⏎