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infectious disease

Should We Be Worried About The Marburg Virus?

Learn about the Marburg virus outbreak in Africa and whether it poses a threat to the rest of the world.
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healthy living/fitness

How To Improve Your Home’s Air Quality

Worried about issues like smoke, allergens, dust, or mold creating dangerous risks in your home? Read up on some strategies to improve your air quality indoors.
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covid

Nervous About Going Back To Work In A Pandemic?

An infectious disease specialist offers advice on making your return to the office as safe as possible.
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healthy living/fitness

Hack Your Health: Preventing A Cold

There are lots of ways to prevent colds, but this pantry staple might not be on your list.
A caution quarantine sign is seen in the foreground, while a person lays under covers in their bed in the background.
covid

My Husband May Have Coronavirus

What does that mean for him—and for me and our kids?
Group of school-aged children wearing masks cross the street in front of a school bus.
parenting

Back To School And Back To Sick?

School is back in session, and so are all the usual germs. Here’s how to protect your kids.
A closeup of a mosquito sitting on someone’s skin.
infectious disease

Worried About West Nile? Here's What To Know

Worried about getting bit by a mosquito with West Nile? Learn about the risks and strategies to protect yourself.
A person on a farm, holding a pitcher of raw milk.
infectious disease

Bird Flu: How It Can Spread To Humans

Worried about avian influenza? An infectious disease expert explains how a person can become infected.
A young woman in her kitchen, clutching her chest in pain.
healthy living/fitness

Why COVID-19 Could Raise Your Heart Attack Risk

Heart attacks for people ages 25-34 went up 30% in the first two years after the pandemic—and COVID-19 is a key factor behind the jump.
A man with drag make up on his face stares into the mirror as he applies lipstick.
infectious disease

Positive and Proud

Brandon Ballone is working to make sure people with HIV feel supported and stay healthy.

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