A deadly, drug-resistant fungus called Candida auris, or C. auris, has become more common in the U.S. in recent years, and Illinois has already reported 29 cases of the “superbug” so far this year.

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Bacterial and fungal infections appeared to defy stricter prevention measures ...

Measles cases are rising in the U.S., and for many parents, it’s a never-before-seen disease. Here's how to spot the rash, and protect your family against this dangerous infection.

England’s top NHS doctor Professor Meghana Pandit says the NHS us under pressure from winter bugs, including norovirus, and gives advice to families about how to avoid them ...

Cases across the country had appeared to decline before new public health data showed upticks in infections.

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With Asian countries on high alert, here are the health guidelines and prevention steps to avoid Nipah virus infection while traveling abroad.

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Ho Chi Minh City’s Department of Health has launched proactive disease prevention measures, increasing surveillance at Tan ...