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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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What to know about ‘stomach flu’
Learn ways to stay safe from this miserable illness.

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What to do when hepatitis C treatment is denied
Take these steps to get the medication you need.

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What is bird flu—and should we be worried?
Learn how this virus spreads, who may be at risk, and how to avoid infection.

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10 common flu shot excuses—debunked
It’s more important than ever to get a flu shot. Here’s why.

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What you need to know about mpox: spread, vaccination and treatment
Mpox has infected over 20,000 people in 75 countries.

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What parents should know about mpox
According to the CDC, children under one year old and people who are pregnant or immunocompromised a...

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What are the symptoms of intestinal parasitic infections?
Symptoms of parasitic infections include: changes in your bowels, changes in energy, itching around ...

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What to know about hepatitis C
Learn about the causes, symptoms, and complications of this viral infection.

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MenB vaccine: 5 topics to discuss with your teen’s healthcare provider
Learning these important details can help you make decisions about your child’s health.

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Facing the stigma of a hepatitis C diagnosis
“It’s one of those diseases that people don’t talk about. Especially when you’re a person of color, ...