Which disease is caused by bacteria transmitted through coughing or sneezing?

Tuberculosis is caused by bacteria known as Mycobacterium tuberculosis, and it spreads primarily through the air when an infected person coughs, sneezes, or talks. This transmission method allows the bacteria to become aerosolized, where they can be inhaled by others in close proximity, leading to infection. Unlike viral infections such as the flu and the common cold, which are caused by viruses and have different transmission dynamics, tuberculosis is specifically a bacterial disease, making its transmission method distinctive and emphasizing the importance of respiratory hygiene in preventing its spread. Pneumonia is also linked to bacteria but can be caused by a range of pathogens and is not exclusively spread through coughing and sneezing like tuberculosis. Understanding the specific transmission routes of diseases like tuberculosis helps in implementing appropriate prevention strategies and ensures better public health safety practices.