Syphilis Is on the Rise. Here’s What You Need to Know
A doctor explains the infection’s signs, treatment and how to protect yourself.
Infectious Diseases, Sexual Health
Category: Immune Health
Know the Symptoms of a Meningitis Infection
Meningitis is rare but potentially fatal. Know the symptoms.
Infectious Diseases
Long COVID: The Latest on Treatment and Recovery
Millions experience persisting symptoms. Here’s what the experts know.
Coronavirus, Infectious Diseases
What Happens If You Take an Antibiotic You Don’t Need?
Unnecessary meds not only won’t heal you, but they can do more harm than good.
Antibiotics
What to Know About Measles
This explainer with an expert will help you assess your risk and precautions to take amid the current outbreak.
Infectious Diseases
From a Pediatrician: How RSV Affects a Child’s Lungs
This respiratory infection makes it hard to breathe. See what you can do about it.
Children's Health, Cold and Flu, Infectious Diseases, Toddlers and Preschoolers
Questions and Answers About CAR T-Cell Therapy
This treatment supercharges your immune cells to help you fight cancer.
Cancer, Immunotherapy
A Lupus Diagnosis Is Often a Difficult Journey
No two patients’ symptoms are the same.
Immune Health, Immunology
5 Things to Know About Paxlovid, an Oral Treatment for COVID-19
The drug can prevent hospitalization, but not everyone needs it.
Coronavirus, Infectious Diseases
Worried That Sore Throat Is Strep? Read On
This common infection requires antibiotics.
Children's Health, Cold and Flu, Infectious Diseases
A Medication to Reduce Your Chances of Getting HIV
PrEP is highly effective at preventing infection with the virus that causes AIDS.
Infectious Diseases, Sexual Health
Antibiotics Are Not Always the Answer
Overuse can result in dangerous, drug-resistant bacteria.
Children's Health, Infectious Diseases