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Infections and infectious diseases

Find out everything you need to know about infections, including symptoms, treatment, causes, management and more.

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Why measles cases are rising
After years of progress, learn why measles is making a comeback and how to protect yourself.

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C. diff: what you need to know
Learn the facts about this drug-resistant bacteria that can be caused by antibiotics—and treated by ...

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Millions of kids are at risk for measles
Learn more about this viral infection, and how to protect yourself and others.

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Best way to stay healthy? Call in sick
Clocking into work when you’re sick doesn’t just spread disease—it can affect how well you recover f...

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7 must-know facts about MRSA
Find out how to recognize signs of an infection with this antibiotic-resistant bacteria—and what to ...

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Antibiotic resistance: what to know and what to do about it
Learn about this growing public health threat—and the steps you can take to protect yourself and oth...

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Enterovirus D68: what parents need to know
Learn what this virus is, symptoms to watch for, how it's treated, and ways to protect children from...

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What causes yeast infections—and how to avoid them
Learn how to spot the signs of this fungal infection and ways that you can protect yourself.

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The truth about 8 hep C myths
Dispelling the top myths and misconceptions about hepatitis C.

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Everything you need to know about Legionnaires’ disease
Learn more about this potentially deadly form of pneumonia.