Lemierre Syndrome
A simple sore throat became a life-threatening crisis for a Colorado teen when he developed Lemierre's Syndrome.
A simple sore throat became a life-threatening crisis for a Colorado teen when he developed Lemierre's Syndrome.
Reports Show a Spike in Pneumonia Cases Due to the Flu
The CDC today reported a spike in the number of bacterial pneumonia cases, possibly related to the flu pandemic.
The CDC today reported a spike in the number of bacterial pneumonia cases, possibly related to the flu pandemic.
MRSA Is On the Rise in Hospitals
MRSA is on the rise in outpatient hospital facilities.
MRSA is on the rise in outpatient hospital facilities.
You Probably Didn't Catch H1N1 From a Family Member
While H1N1 has spread rapidly over the past eight months, there's a good chance you didn't catch it from a family member.
While H1N1 has spread rapidly over the past eight months, there's a good chance you didn't catch it from a family member.
AIDS Clinic
At AIDS Arms Free, Peabody Clinic, Dr. Keith Rawlings oversees the care of 3 thousand patients who would otherwise fall through the cracks.
At AIDS Arms Free, Peabody Clinic, Dr. Keith Rawlings oversees the care of 3 thousand patients who would otherwise fall through the cracks.
Where the Germs Are
You might be surprised at all the places that germs are lurking.
You might be surprised at all the places that germs are lurking.
The AIDS Vaccine May Not Be As Effective As First Thought
The latest analysis of the results of an AIDS vaccine clinical trial in Thailand suggests it may not have been as effective as researchers originally thought.
The latest analysis of the results of an AIDS vaccine clinical trial in Thailand suggests it may not have been as effective as researchers originally thought.
A New Strain of MRSA is Deadlier than the Old Ones
Doctors have identified a particularly deadly strain of MRSA.
Doctors have identified a particularly deadly strain of MRSA.
Bad Bugs and No Drugs
Pharmaceutical companies are not producing as many antibiotics as they used to and development of new ones is at an all-time low.
Pharmaceutical companies are not producing as many antibiotics as they used to and development of new ones is at an all-time low.
West Nile Virus: Striking Again
It was a busy summer for Miami-Dade's Mosquito Control....working to search for and destroy disease causing mosquitos.
It was a busy summer for Miami-Dade's Mosquito Control....working to search for and destroy disease causing mosquitos.
Too Much Tamiflu Could Make it Not Work Against H1N1
Two teen girls in North Carolina developed Tamiflu-resistant H1N1 flu this past summer.
Two teen girls in North Carolina developed Tamiflu-resistant H1N1 flu this past summer.
Many Factors Lead to New Diseases Originating in Animals
Health experts say more air travel, climate changes, and the rising demand for meat products are responible for the spread of 'zoonotic diseases'-- like swine flu and SARS.
Health experts say more air travel, climate changes, and the rising demand for meat products are responible for the spread of 'zoonotic diseases'-- like swine flu and SARS.
Airline Employees May Be a Health Hazard for H1N1
Health officials say low-paid airline employees are the biggest threat for spreading H1N1 on airplanes, rather than sick flyers.
Health officials say low-paid airline employees are the biggest threat for spreading H1N1 on airplanes, rather than sick flyers.
Bacteria Could Be Lurking in Your Showerhead
A new study shows potentially harmful bacteria hide out inside showerheads and blast onto your face when you turn on the water.
A new study shows potentially harmful bacteria hide out inside showerheads and blast onto your face when you turn on the water.
Dirty Purses
NBC¿s Stephanie Bergmann gives us the dirty details on all the dirt and germs found on the bottom of women¿s purses.
NBC¿s Stephanie Bergmann gives us the dirty details on all the dirt and germs found on the bottom of women¿s purses.
Flu Activity Is Up on College Campuses
More and more college students are coming down with the flu. A new report from the American College Health Association shows flu activity was up 20% last week compared to the previous week.
More and more college students are coming down with the flu. A new report from the American College Health Association shows flu activity was up 20% last week compared to the previous week.
The US Will Help Supply H1N1 Vaccines to the World
The White House has announced it is prepared to send 10% of the nation's H1N1 vaccine supply to other countries through the World Health Organization.
The White House has announced it is prepared to send 10% of the nation's H1N1 vaccine supply to other countries through the World Health Organization.
Germs
Wash your hands! Germs are everywhere.
Wash your hands! Germs are everywhere.
HIV Is On the Rise in the Over 50 Crowd
As erectile dysfunction medication extends the sex lives of older adults, the number of older adults diagnosed with AIDS is increasing.
As erectile dysfunction medication extends the sex lives of older adults, the number of older adults diagnosed with AIDS is increasing.
Circumcision May Help Pevent STDs
A new study finds circumcision can help protect men against HIV, herpes, and HPV.
A new study finds circumcision can help protect men against HIV, herpes, and HPV.
