Freelance Writing Jobs | Today's Articles | Sign In

Articles
Writers
 
Browse Sections
Home Health & Wellness General Medicine Diseases/Viruses

Diseases/Viruses


Contributing Articles in Diseases/Viruses

 		Cat Scratch Disease: What You Need to Know
It's not just a song: Cat Scratch Fever is real. Here's how to recognize its symptoms and prevent its transmission.
Sinus Infection Symptoms And Treatment
How to identify symptoms related to a sinus infection and how to treat it with antibiotics and home remedies.
How to Prevent Cold Sores
Essential minerals and amino acids help prevent cold sores from occurring; build a healthy immune system; and reduce the healing time of existing outbreaks.
Preventing a Cold
Mother always said to wear a coat and hat to protect against getting a cold. But the viral condition is caused by germs. Was Mom wrong?
Dengue Fever Spreads to Warm Regions of U.S.
Dengue fever may be the next viral outbreak to invade the United States. A secondary infection can occur, leading to deadly hemorrhagic fever & dengue shock syndrome.
Easing Sinus Symptoms
Nasal irrigation is one way to help fight the discomfort of seasonal or chronic sinus problems.
Middle Ear Infections -- What You Should Know
Ear infections affect three out of four children under the age of three. The most common is acute otitis media, a painful inflammation of the inner ear.
VRE Infection
VRE Infection is caused by an antibiotic resistant strain of bacteria called vancomycin resistant enterococcus. It is a cause of urinary tract infections.
Do Children Need a Second Flu Shot?
Some news sources are reporting that children might not need the second H1N1 (swine) flu vaccine shot. The CDC is still recommending that children get the second dose.
Swine Flu Prevention
Guidelines and information to help families prevent contracting the swine flu (H1N1) virus with good personal hygiene practices and the use of swine flu vaccinations.
H1N1 Swine Flu Virus Not as Contagious in Home
A recent study shows that this season's dreaded flu bug, the H1N1 swine flu bug, is not as contagious as originally thought.
Lyme Disease and Chronic Lyme Disease
Lyme disease is a growing epidemic that is often misdiagnosed because of the multi-systemic infections and variety of symptoms.
U.S. H1N1 Deaths and Statistics 28 November 2009
H1N1 in November 2009 is declining in severity, says the CDC. H1N1 case count, as well as swine flu deaths in the U.S., have both decreased dramatically since last week.
Staying Healthy During the Holidays
The hustle and bustle of the holiday season is in full swing and with it comes increased opportunity to contract illnesses you've successfully avoided all year long.
H1N1 Statistics — 29 November 2009
The most recent official swine flu statistics from the World Health Organization. See a worldwide summary of swine flu for November 2009, broken down into regions.
Millions of Children Worldwide Living with HIV
Nearly 1200 children are infected with HIV each day, many of whom end up as orphans - along with millions of other children who have lost their parents to HIV/AIDS.
New HIV Infections Cut by 17% Since 2001
Report from the World Health Organization and Joint United Nations Programme on HIV/AIDS confirms that HIV infection rate has dropped significantly in past eight years.
U.S. H1N1 Deaths and Statistics 21 November 2009
The U.S. CDC's most recent statistics on swine flu deaths, influenza hospitalizations, and new information on oseltamivir-resistant strains of the H1N1 virus.
Assessing The Risk of Rabies From Dog Bites
The pain of a dog bite is extended for a month if rabies vaccinations are required. After a bite, seek medial attention to determine the necessity of rabies shots.
10 Facts About Treating and Preventing HIV/AIDS
The World Health Organization provides valuable information about HIV/AIDS - one of the most significant public health challenges across the globe.
H1N1 Statistics — 22 November 2009
The most recent official swine flu statistics, H1N1 deaths, plus information on a new H1N1 mutation. Learn all that WHO has to report about swine flu for November 2009.
Receptor Binding Domain Changes in H1N1
Even as some health experts anticipate a decline in swine flu cases, the virus is changing in ways that raise concerns about further pandemic waves.
Avoiding Swine Flu and Illness During Holidays
Handshaking, hugs, kisses, and travel will be the norm during the busy holiday season. How can the spread of swine flu, seasonal flu, and other illnesses be avoided?
U.S. H1N1 Deaths and Statistics 14 November 2009
Get the latest official data on swine flu, including the number of H1N1 deaths in the U.S., U.S. swine flu statistics, and overall H1N1 activity in the United States.
H1N1 Virus Mutates but Maintains Health Risk
The World Health Organization continues to monitor H1N1 worldwide and has noted a mutation. At the moment there appears to be no additional need for alarm.
All contributing articles in Diseases/Viruses Subscribe to feed

;