_1747120506 20250513114506000 Ghalib University sayedhussain.mosawi@ghalib.edu.af GHALIB UNIVERSITY Afghanistan Journal of Infectious Diseases AJID 2959-6491 05 13 2025 3 1 10.60141/ajid.v3.i1 https://www.ajid.ghalib.edu.af/index.php/ajid/issue/view/12 Safiullah Fetrat Background: Environmental pollution poses serious threats to public health and contributes significantly to the spread of infectious diseases. This study examined the effects of air, water, and soil pollution on the incidence of infectious diseases while proposing preventive measures and relevant public policies. Methods: This systematic review was conducted using Google Scholar, PubMed, Science Direct, and Springer Link databases covering 2020 to 2024 to investigate the link between environmental pollution and infectious disease spread. Reputable scientific articles from reliable databases were reviewed to ensure comprehensive coverage. Results: Twenty six selected studies indicate a significant association between environmental pollution—particularly air, water, and soil pollution—and the increased incidence of infectious diseases. Conclusion: Environmental pollution has extensive and serious impacts on human health and the spread of infectious diseases. Effective pollution control and reduction can play a crucial role in lowering infectious disease rates. Further research is essential to deepen our understanding of this issue and develop effective strategies.   01 21 2025 1 9 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0 10.60141/ajid.71 https://www.ajid.ghalib.edu.af/index.php/ajid/article/view/71 https://www.ajid.ghalib.edu.af/index.php/ajid/article/download/71/90 https://www.ajid.ghalib.edu.af/index.php/ajid/article/download/71/90