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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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Millions of Children Around the World Are At Risk For Measles
Learn more about this viral infection, and how to protect yourself and others.

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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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Is Getting Measles Really a Big Deal?
This highly contagious viral infection can lead to serious complications or even death.

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Why Are Teens and Young Adults at Risk for Meningitis B?
A closer look at some of the factors that put this age group at higher risk of meningitis B.

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Potential Complications of Meningitis B
A look at some of the complications that can result from meningitis B, including hearing loss, nerve...

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9 Questions and Answers About the MenB Vaccine
Information for parents and teens considering the vaccination for serogroup B meningococcal disease....

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Understanding healthcare equity as a provider, patient, or person of color
From representation reflected in specialties of medical professionals, to balance within clinical tr...

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Why is the flu vaccine important?
Michael Crupain, MD, explains the important reasons why you should get your flu shot.

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Can the flu cause serious health issues?
Influenza has the potential to make a bad situation worse. In some situations, an annual flu vaccine...

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Seeking accessible healthcare for the Black community: one woman's journey from homelessness to hepatitis C survivor
Pat, a hepatitis c survivor, leads by example as a health advocate. Pat shares her thoughts on dispa...