Health TopicsInfections and infectious diseases

Infections and infectious diseases

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

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What to know about 'kissing bugs' and Chagas disease
Learn how to protect yourself from these flying insects and the parasite they may carry.

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U.S. reports second death in growing measles outbreak
After years of progress, learn why measles is making a comeback and how to protect yourself.

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Common reasons people aren't treated for hepatitis C
Find out why a person might get lost in the hep C treatment shuffle, plus ways to get needed care.

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Hepatitis C: What are the warning signs and should you get tested?
Learn about the current screening recommendations for hep C.

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What are the risk factors for MAC lung disease?
Existing health conditions and other factors can put a person at a greater risk for this serious bac...

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Where to find support during your hep C treatment
Get the emotional help you need with these resources.

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Treating hep C: being honest about recreational drug use
How drug and alcohol use may interfere with getting cured of hep C.

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Why hepatitis C is called a "quiet killer"
Most people with hepatitis C have no symptoms until the disease has caused serious liver damage. Her...

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How to emotionally support someone with hep C
Learn simple and appreciated ways to help someone cope with hepatitis C.

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Your hepatitis C treatment options
Hepatitis C treatment can help you prevent liver damage and possibly cure you of the viral infection...