Infectious Diseases

Infectious diseases are everywhere. Learn about infection symptoms, types of infections, prevention and more.

11 Best Neck Gaiters for Coronavirus Protection

Some neck gaiters can be safe and effective face coverings for coronavirus protection if worn correctly. Here are some of the highest rated on Amazon.

12 Things You Think Are Contagious—But Aren’t

Just because something looks bad doesn't mean it's contagious—and that includes these icky diseases, disorders, and infections


10 Best Face Masks for Teachers on Amazon

Keep students, faculty, and staff safe with the best face masks for teachers for coronavirus protection on Amazon.


What SARS, MERS, and Covid-19 Have in Common

The new coronavirus is the third to have jumped from animals to humans in the 21st century. Here's what we...


12 Coronavirus Symptoms Everyone Should Watch for

Scientists are starting to understand the symptoms of the new coronavirus. Here's what you need to know.

What Patient Zero in the U.S. Can Tell Us About Coronavirus

Health experts explain the importance of identifying patient zero in a pandemic to learn more about the disease, Covid-19, and...


US States Where Bubonic Plague Is Most Prominent, According to Experts

A Highly Contagious Stomach Bug Is Surging in the US—Here’s Where It’s Worst

Experts say it's "the leading cause of vomiting and diarrhea from acute gastroenteritis (inflammation of the stomach and...


Expert Doctors: Measles Has Now Been Identified in 6 US States

Global public health authorities point to one major cause for the clusters of the virus, which was previously eradicated in...


Heart Doctors: If You’ve Had COVID, Be Aware of These Symptoms

There are four major systems of the body doctors say they're seeing ongoing effects from COVID-19 right this moment. Read...


Experts: This Simple Thermostat Tweak Could Help Prevent New COVID Variant Infection

As a newer variant has increased COVID-related hospital admissions, scientists announce there's an innovative way to keep the air clear.

Expert Doctors: If You Notice This Symptom, It Could Be the New COVID Variant

Experts announce a new Omicron subvariant has been designated with its own strain name as a "variant of...


New Data: These States Have the Highest Rates of COVID, Flu, and RSV Right Now

National experts say there's one major factor attributing to the rise in case numbers—and one of these viruses is currently...


Here’s How Long It Takes Taste & Smell to Return After You’ve Had COVID, Says New Study

It's one of the most elusive, disturbing, and lingering COVID symptoms. Now science is showing these probably will come back, but...


New Study: Drinking This Daily Protects You Against Serious COVID Infection

You might think of tea as the common defense against getting sick, but researchers just found a protective...


Research: These 8 Body Parts Are the Biggest Entry Points for Germs and Infection

Researchers found we touch a certain body part an average of 23 times per hour! You'll want hand sanitizer close...

New COVID Variant, HV.1, Is Now Dominating the Country—Expert Doctors Share Facts and Data

Scientists are calling the new COVID variant a "great-grandchild" of Omicron. Here's how fast HV.1 is projected to spread and...


New Study: An Old-School Remedy Shows Impressive Promise at Preventing Serious COVID Infection

Science shows Grandma was right! The researchers even specify a recommended salt-to-water ratio to prepare your formula right at home.


5 Worst Foods for Your Immune System, Say Experts

Research says these treats can dampen your body's defenses at the exact time of year you need your immunity to...


Do Simultaneous Flu & COVID Shots Increase Your Stroke Risk? Here’s the Verdict, Says Res...

A specific audience needs this information the most—and here's why the vast majority of Americans shouldn't be dissuaded.


Research: Long COVID Could Be Caused by Low Levels of a Key Hormone

A University of Pennsylvania study identified three main factors that may be leading to ongoing symptoms for patients...


New Study: Germs Flock to 3 Major Spots on the Body

Microbial research from George Washington University identifies the regions where your skin microbiome could use a little extra scrub-a-dub-dub.


Here’s How Many Germs Are Lurking on Your Smartwatch, According to New Research

A new study cautions that your smartwatch could be more than just a connectivity tool—it might also be a bacterial...


Flu or COVID Quiz: Which Is It? Expert Doctors List 7 Simple Questions To Help You Spot the Difference

Infectious disease and epidemiology doctors help you break down flu and COVID symptoms if you're looking for clues before you...


Can You Use an Expired COVID Test? Expert Doctors Answer

At-home COVID tests have a specific shelf-life. Experts explain how to tell when an expired COVID test is useless,...

Research: Wash Your Hands Immediately After Touching These 10 Things

Washing your hands is a given if you want to avoid infection—but it's especially important after touching these top...


New Study: If You Test for COVID on This Day of Symptoms, You May Be Testing Too Early

Just-released research suggests that along with evolving variants comes a change in how quickly COVID tests are picking...


Magic Johnson Exclusive: ‘I Needed to Become the Face’ of HIV

Still impressively active, basketball legend Magic Johnson reflects on 32 years of health advocacy and says he's particularly passionate to...


New Data: Long COVID Is Most Prevalent in This Age Group

Long COVID is hitting one population the hardest—and it's not the demographic you might guess, according to a...


COVID Memory Loss: Here Are the Facts, According to Neurology Experts

One neurology doctor confirms COVID sometimes affects the brain's "biochemical environment." Here's how to tell if COVID memory loss...


If You Have This Symptom, It Could Be the New COVID Variant, Says an Expert Doctor

"It's going to be very important this fall and winter for people with upper respiratory symptoms to wear masks," says a...