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capable of causing disease
- Bacteria like Salmonella are pathogenic and can cause food poisoning.
- The influenza virus is highly pathogenic and spreads easily among populations.
- Some fungi, such as Candida albicans, can be pathogenic, leading to infections like thrush.
- Parasites like Plasmodium falciparum are pathogenic and cause malaria.
- Pathogenic organisms can make you sick.