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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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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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Your Questions About Hepatitis C, Answered
Learn how the hepatitis C virus is transmitted, who is at risk, how to get screened for hep C and mo...

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Hep C: Give Yourself the Best Chance of Being Cured
Follow these strategies to give yourself the best chance of success with hep C treatment.

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How to Deal With Your Hep C Fatigue
Learn why hep C causes fatigue and what you can do about it.

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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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Skip the handshake and try this cool move instead
Here's a good excuse to fist bump your friends and co-workers: It spreads less germs. In this video,...

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How do DAAs Compare to Older Hep C Medications?
Why direct-acting antivirals are the preferred choice for treating Hep C.

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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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Meningitis B: Causes and Prevention
Listen to Eileen and John explain the imperatives of vaccination and prevention.

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What Vaccines Protect Against Bacterial Meningitis?
What parents and teens should understand about vaccines for meningococcal ACWY and meningococcal B.