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Comparison of Cold and Flu Symptoms
A cold or the flu can make a person feel miserable, but with influenza now such a serious concern, it's important to know the difference between these two infections. more...
Relationship between Chickenpox and Shingles
Chickenpox and shingles are caused by varicella zoster herpesvirus. Can a person catch chickenpox from someone with shingles, and vice versa? Here's the low-down on VZV. more...
Influenza, Who Should Get Vaccinated?
The CDC is recommending that everyone be vaccinated against seasonal influenza and H1N1 swine flu this year. Those in high risk groups will be vaccinated first. more...
Simple Steps to Help Prevent the Flu
Here is what the average person can do to protect him or herself from becoming ill with the flu, seasonal or the new H1N1 influenza pandemic virus. more...
Who Should Get Flu Vaccination, H1N1 & Seasonal
In 2009, the world has to worry not only about seasonal influenza, but also the new H1N1 swine flu. These are different infections, caused by distinct viruses. more...
Compare Seasonal Flu to the New H1N1 Virus
The strains of virus that cause the annual seasonal flu are different than the new swine flu virus that emerged in the spring of 2009. Here are the key distinctions. more...
Folliculitis Caused by Pseudomonas aeruginosa
A refreshing dip in a contaminated pool or hot tub can sometimes lead to an itchy rash all over the body. Learn the causes and treatment of hot tub itch folliculitis. more...
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Opisthorchis viverrini – Liver Fluke
Opisthorchis viverrini, common in Thailand, Laos, Vietnam, and Cambodia, comes from raw fish and causes many deaths from liver cancer in Southeast Asia. more...
Strongyloides stercoralis – Threadworm
The threadworm, Strongyloides stercoralis, is a persistent parasite in warm climates and a significant cause of potentially fatal parasitic disease. more...
Bacterial Resistance to Vancomycin
By: Lindsay Napier
Every time a new antibiotic is introduced, bacteria find a way of becoming resistant to it. This article describes bacterial resistance to vancomycin. more...
Staph Bacteria at Southern California Beaches
By:
Ret Talbot
While no staph bacteria were found on Southern California beaches during a 2008 study, investigators do not think the risk in California is any less than in other areas. more...
Staphylococcus Bacteria and Staph Infections
By:
Ret Talbot
Staph infections pose a real threat to children, the elderly and those with compromised immune systems, but, generally speaking, staph bacteria are common and harmless. more...
MRSA and Other Types of Staph Found in Ocean
By:
Ret Talbot
An increase in staph bacteria found at public beaches has led some to worry about the risks of swimming in the ocean. Recent studies raise concerns. more...
Developing a New Treatment for Cystic Fibrosis
By: Cat Adams
Research on microbes that cheat during quorum sensing may give scientists a novel weapon against bacteria that cause serious health problems in Cystic Fibrosis patients. more...
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