infectious diseases
Health
PSA: Many Household Cleaners, Wipes, and Hand Sanitizers Won’t Kill Norovirus—Here’s What Will
An infectious disease specialist shares how to stop this bug in its tracks.
By Erica Sloan
Health
Walking Pneumonia Is on the Rise. Here Are the Symptoms to Look Out For
It’s like a bad chest cold with some serious stamina.
By Erica Sloan
RSV
Respiratory Syncytial Virus Is the Flu-Like Illness You Haven’t Heard About
Here’s what to look out for.
By Korin Miller and Ashley Abramson
Lyme Disease
5 Signs of Lyme Disease You Really Shouldn’t Ignore
You can have it even without the classic “bull’s-eye” rash.
By Julia Sullivan
Infectious Diseases
What Is Alaskapox, and Should I Be Worried About It?
It’s a rare virus but someone recently died from it. Here’s what to know about the symptoms and how it spreads.
By Korin Miller
Infectious Diseases
Do I Need to Worry About Getting a Measles Vaccine as an Adult?
Several states have already reported cases this year—here’s how to make sure you’re fully protected.
By Korin Miller
Primary Immunodeficiency Diseases
6 Legit Ways to Support Your Immune System
Here’s how to give your body what it needs to keep you healthy.
By Korin Miller and Carolyn L. Todd
Party pooper
3 Things to Do When Traveler’s Diarrhea Is Ruining Your Life
Read this before you toss back the Imodium.
By Julia Ries
Lyme Disease
6 Ways to Prevent Tick Bites Year-Round
The right gear and a quick shower can go a long way.
By Colleen Stinchcombe
Cold and Flu
The FDA Just Approved a New Drug to Protect Babies and Toddlers From RSV
Experts say the injectable medication, called Beyfortus, will be critical ahead of cold and flu season.
By Korin Miller
Health
Here’s a Super Easy Way to Keep Mosquitoes Away From Your Home, According to the CDC
Turns out, your yard, deck, or balcony might be the ideal egg-laying site.
By Korin Miller
Health
Swimmer’s Ear Can Be Excruciating—Here Are the Symptoms to Look Out For
Experts say it will only get worse if you try to wait it out.
By Korin Miller
Infectious Diseases
How to Actually Protect Yourself Against Mosquito Bites
In addition to being annoying and itchy, these bloodsuckers can carry some gnarly diseases.
By Julia Ries
Health
If You’re Traveling Abroad, Here Are the Vaccines You Should Get ASAP
You’re taking a vacation to enjoy yourself, not to risk vomiting, fever, or even a fatal illness.
By Julia Ries
Long Covid
Long COVID Is Linked to 200+ Symptoms. Here’s What We Know About the Most Common Ones.
About 65 million people in the world are now living with the often-debilitating condition.
By Julia Ries
Health news
A New COVID Variant Seems to Be Causing Pink Eye, Because of Course It Is
Symptoms of XBB.1.16—known as “Arcturus”—are fueling some confusion during allergy season.
By Korin Miller
Infectious Diseases
What to Know About Babesiosis, a Rare Tick-Borne Disease That’s on the Rise
Here’s how to protect yourself as warmer weather approaches.
By Korin Miller
Infectious Diseases
What You Need to Know About the Seemingly Never-Ending Bird Flu Outbreak
Experts weigh in on the possibility of human-to-human transmission.
By Maggie O'Neill
RSV
When Will We Get an RSV Vaccine?
We’re closer than ever, but some people might get it sooner than others.
By Maggie O'Neill
Primary Immunodeficiency Diseases
What Does It Actually Mean to Have a Compromised Immune System?
There are many factors that can weaken the body’s defenses.
By Maggie O'Neill