The World Health Organization provides valuable information about HIV/AIDS - one of the most significant public health challenges across the globe.

Nov 29, 2009 - R.H. Sheldon

Bobcat fever is fatal to cats. Most cat owners have never heard of it, but if you live in the southeastern or south central United States, you need to know about it.

Jun 19, 2008 - Darlene Norris

MRSA is an antibiotic-resistant bacterium that's spreading at epic proportions throughout schools, hospitals and the workplace. So, what is MRSA and how is it stopped?

Oct 22, 2009 - Scott Rupp

Microbes and viruses have been used as weapons in biological warfare, but society is responding to the threat of individuals using disease as a weapon.

Aug 31, 2010 - Marian Henderson

Student housing provides the perfect environment for bacteria and germs. Bad dorm housekeeping & poor hygiene cause colds, flu, stomach viruses, and contagious illnesses.

Jul 18, 2009 - Mary King

A urinary tract infection (UTI) is a condition that affects most women at least once in their lifetime. Steps can be taken to help protect against getting a painful UTI.

Oct 30, 2008 - Julie Ackendorf

Cervical cancer affects 3,000 women a year in the UK and the outlook for recovery is excellent if it's caught early. This article looks at causes, symptoms and treatment.

Feb 24, 2009 - Nicci Talbot

Learn about the cause of whooping cough, signs and symptoms of the disease, how it spreads, treatment and information about the pertussis vaccine.

Jul 21, 2010 - Julia Wooldridge

Lymphoma in cats is the most common type of feline cancer. Knowing the facts about feline lymphoma is the best way to protect a cat from this deadly disease.

Aug 9, 2009 - Darlene Norris

What is the H1N1 flu? What are the swine flu symptoms? How bad is the H1N1 virus? Here are basic facts about this new strain of pandemic influenza.

Oct 11, 2009 - Tami Nicholson

Droplets spread respiratory illnesses like cold or the flu. Rashes can be spread by touch or parasite. Read when a rash or cold is or isn't contagious.

Dec 28, 2010 - Amy Andersen

A recently released report found increased rates of those undergoing treatment for HIV. But how exactly does the virus work?

Sep 1, 2011 - Jessica King

Carcinoma of the lining of body organs can lead to death if not treated. By learning the risk factors, signs and symptoms, an early death can be prevented.

Nov 24, 2010 - Melanie Shearer

Flu drugs and antivirals are special drug chemotherapies that attack specific viral synthetic activities. Antibacterial antibiotics do not work for virus control.

Apr 30, 2009 - Donald Reinhardt

The FDA has announced that the vaccine, Gardasil, has been approved to help prevent anal cancer from HPV infection. Who should get it and why?

Dec 23, 2010 - Melanie Shearer

Everyone is concerned about the latest influenza, also known as the H1N1 Flu or Swine Flu. There are simple things one can do to minimize your chance of getting the flu.

May 4, 2009 - Kirsti A. Dyer

Equine warts is a highly contagious disease in young horses; reduce the risk of group infections by knowing the symptoms and virus control methods.

Feb 9, 2011 - Patricia Dodd

Knowing the symptoms, getting the diagnosis and subsequent treatment for your child's head lice problem is covered in this article.

Jan 5, 2011 - Marjorie Picard

New strains of the flu seem to be circulating all year round. As science searches for the cure, those who become sick are finding new ways to cope.

Apr 25, 2010 - Joanna Infeld

Find out what salmonella is, what its symptoms are, how is it diagnosed and treated and what to do to prevent yourself from catching it.

Aug 18, 2010 - Diana Clark