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Don't Make 'Em Like They Used To
Pertussis DTaP vaccine less effective than previous whole cell vaccine but still important
Lull in Bird Flu Doesn’t Mean the Storm Has Passed
H7N9 infection cases in China have slowed but world still on alert
Hep C Infections Largely Undiscovered
Hepatitis C infections unknown to many of those infected and treatment rates are low
The Dream of an HIV Vaccine
HIV Vaccine Awareness Day stresses importance of research to create future vaccine
Ticking a Lyme Disease Vaccine Off The List
Lyme disease vaccine seems effective and safe in early trial
Mosquitoes Pose Summer Threat
West nile virus death rates hit high in 2012 according to CDC data
Spread of SARS-like Virus Sparks Concern
Novel coronavirus infections hint at possible human to human transmission
Wheeze Relief
Wheezing in preterm babies reduced through prevention of respiratory syncytial virus
Protecting Poor Women Against Cancer
Cervical cancer HPV vaccination being made available to women in undeveloped nations
Infectious Disease Latest Videos
Infections & Your Joints
Bacteria and viruses can occasionally cause infections that trigger pain in your joints. Find out how this happens.
Treating a Cold with High Blood Pressure
Colds are difficult for anyone to get through, but when you have high blood pressure, your choices may be limited when it comes to medication. Watch this video to find out which cold medication is the one for you.
Mono: The Makeout Disease
Although 95 percent of people will get mononucleosis at some point in their lives, mono makes itself most known on college campuses. If you're experiencing symptoms of mono, like constant fatigue or general lethargy, it's probable you've...
Bothersome Bugs
Bed bugs are unwelcome visitors in your dorm room, right? Unfortunately, parasites like head lice, pubic lice, and bed bugs may've already made it through the door. Here's what you need to know about preventing and treating bug bites.
The Problem With Pink Eye
Pink eye, or conjunctivitis as your doctor may call it, is a contagious disease that affects many college students. Blame close quarters and bad hygiene for this itchy ailment. Watch to learn how to treat and - even better - avoid the eye infection.
Sharing and Sanitation
Sure drinking games can amp up any party. If you share beer, though, you're sharing more than just alcohol. That beer bong can be host to a plethora of communicable diseases, from mono to the flu.
Common Cold & Flu Treatments
Stuffy nose, sore throat, persistent cough...ugh, it's the flu! Let's look at some common home remedies that can help.
OTC Medication for Cold and Flu
Overwhelmed by the cold and flu medications you see lining your pharmacist's shelves? Here's help.
Febrile Seizures
An overview and discussion of febrile seizures, childhood seizures provoked by fevers.
