Are Kids’ Vaccines a Victim of Their Own Success?
2017-04-27
The shots have cut disease rates so low that some parents underestimate the threat, doctors sayContinue Reading
Ick! Synthetic Mucus Could Battle Dangerous Bugs
2017-04-26
Researchers are working on lab-grown versions to control disease-causing bacteriaContinue Reading
Artificial Intelligence May Help Combat TB in Remote Regions
2017-04-25
Machine diagnoses of deadly lung disease prove highly accurate in tests, study findsContinue Reading
Travelers Bring Malaria Back to U.S., With High Costs
2017-04-24
Study finds it leads to more hospitalizations than other travel-related illnessesContinue Reading
Do You Need an Antibiotic?
2017-02-24
Proteins in nasal mucus might reveal if respiratory infection is caused by virus or bacteria, researchers sayContinue Reading
‘Superbug’ Infections Striking More U.S. Kids
2017-02-24
Antibiotic-resistant germs no longer confined to hospitals, study warnsContinue Reading
Health Tip: Identifying Signs of the Common Cold
2017-02-24
Here are typical symptoms
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Common Virus May Be Linked to Heart Disease, Diabetes in Some Women
2017-02-23
CMV associated with increased chances of metabolic syndrome in those of normal weightContinue Reading
No, Your Cat Isn’t a Threat to Your Mental Health
2017-02-21
Study designed to allay fears that kitty poop parasites raise odds for schizophrenia, other disordersContinue Reading
Congressional Group Gives Bipartisan Support to Vaccine Safety
2017-02-21
Letter comes in response to President Trump’s reported support for anti-vaccine groupsContinue Reading
Scientists Probe Zika’s Devastating Effect on Pregnancy
2017-02-21
Mouse study shows how infection crosses placenta to harm the fetus
For a Fun and Safe Tropical Getaway, Plan Ahead
2017-02-17
Be aware of unusual health risks in the Caribbean and Central and South America, doctor advisesContinue Reading
Flu Vaccine a Pretty Good Match for Viruses This Year: CDC
2017-02-16
Overall, it has been 48 percent effective, but more severe H3N2 strain a factor in reduced coverageContinue Reading