Antibiotics are among the greatest achievements in modern medicine. Since their widespread introduction in the twentieth century, these medications have saved millions of lives by treating…
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Sneezing, a runny nose, coughing, congestion, and fatigue are symptoms that almost everyone experiences at some point during the year. Because these symptoms overlap, it can…
Overview Tetanus, often called lockjaw, is a life-threatening disease of the nervous system caused by the bacterium Clostridium tetani. These bacteria live in soil, dust, and…
Shingles, also known as herpes zoster, is a viral infection that causes a painful rash and nerve-related discomfort. It is triggered by the varicella-zoster virus (VZV),…
Scarlet fever, also called scarlatina, is a bacterial infection that develops in some people with strep throat or, less commonly, skin infections such as impetigo. It…
Overview Rubella, also known as German measles or the 3-day measles, is a contagious viral infection best known for its pink or red rash. Although usually…
Overview Rabies is one of the world’s most feared viral infections. Caused by the rabies virus (RABV), it affects the central nervous system and, once symptoms…
Polio, short for poliomyelitis, is a viral disease that once terrified entire communities and left thousands of people paralyzed each year. Caused by the poliovirus, it…
Overview Mumps is a contagious viral illness best known for causing painful swelling of the salivary glands, especially the parotid glands located below and in front…
Overview Measles, also known as rubeola, is a highly contagious viral infection that spreads through the air and by direct contact with infected respiratory droplets. Before…