The human papillomavirus, or HPV, is the most common sexually transmitted infection (STI) in the United States. In fact, it’s…
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Traveling the world? Remember to protect against malaria
Malaria, a parasitic disease mostly transmitted by mosquitoes, causes fever, chills, pain in the joints, anemia, headache, nausea, sweating, and…
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Spike in US measles cases shows disease still a threat, officials say
The number of reported cases of measles in the United States this year is nearly three times the annual average,…
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First Ebola victim in Sierra Leone capital missing from hospital
Sierra Leone officials appealed for help on Friday to trace the first known resident in the capital with Ebola whose…
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A nasty mosquito-borne virus that has been spreading rapidly in the Caribbean has made its way to the U.S. Virgin…
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How dangerous are mosquito bites?
Mosquito bites are often just itchy and uncomfortable, but they could lead to something much worse. We recently received this…
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6 things that could ruin your day at the beach
Some of the best things about beach season: boardwalks, babes, and bikinis. Unfortunately, you might have to dodge the worst…
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Diet supplement causes nearly 100 hepatitis cases
A popular diet supplement has caused an outbreak of severe liver disease, sickening nearly 100 people in 16 states since…
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Ebola training focuses on medical gear safety
The serious-faced physicians practice pulling on bulky white suits and helmets that make them look more like astronauts than doctors…
Read MoreDeadly pig virus likely to ease in US by year’s end, expert claims
A deadly pig virus that has decimated herds in the United States and sent prices rocketing is likely to subside…
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