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Is It a Viral or Bacterial Infection?

Don't assume that an antibiotic will relieve your lung congestion. If it's the flu, an antibiotic could make it worse. >

A Call to Arms Against Bird Flu

Avian influenza has recently begun to infect humans. Scientists are developing vaccines against it to prevent a possible pandemic. >

Antibiotics Are Still Being Overused

Before you call the doctor and ask for a prescription for an antibiotic for yourself or your child, consider whether it is actually needed. >

'Emergency' or Not, Covid Is Still Killing People. Here’s What Doctors Advise to Stay Safe

Covid is not over. The number of people dying is down, but public spaces and offices still pose risks. Consider masking when you easily can. >

A Low-Cost, Low-Tech Lifesaver

Making sure hospitalized patients' teeth are brushed daily can protect them from contracting pneumonia and reduce mortality. >

Be Positive About Your HIV Status

AIDS is still a threat, even though treatments help people live with it. Diagnosis before symptoms appear preserves the body's defenses. >

The Downside of Low- and No Alcohol Beer

Non-alcoholic and low-alcohol beers don't have the ethanol that regular beers do. This leaves them vulnerable to E. coli and salmonella. >

Do It for Your Baby

If you're pregnant a COVID mRNA vaccine will not only protect you and your child, it may also reduce the risk of stillbirth. Get vaccinated. >

What's Behind Long-Covid

A severe COVID infection changes genes in the cells of your immune system, paving the way for the symptoms of long-COVID. Stay protected. >

The Bacteria Your Fitness Tracker Spreads

Like cell phones, activity trackers can carry and spread disease. Bacteria was found on over 90% of them. Here's the best way to clean them. >

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