Miley Cyrus' knee infection after a music video shoot highlights how public spaces can harbor bacteria, as doctors stress the importance of hygiene and wound care.

Uncomplicated skin infections account for almost 200 million physician-office visits in the USA annually. Treating these infections is estimated to cost in excess of US$350 million each year.

Just in time for allergy season, a recent FDA warning describes a new side effect for those who take Zyrtec or Xyzal ...

a All models controlled for: age, sex, recurrent infection, history of compromised immune system, whether episode started as an emergency visit, use of a topical antibacterial agent, whether ...

There are five stages of infection, each with a different duration and symptoms. These differences also depend on the type of infection. Infection occurs when an organism, such as a virus or ...

Humans are constantly exposed to numerous viruses but the consequences of infection are different in different individuals. The outcome of host–viral interactions depend on the dose and route of ...

The number of cases in Texas alone has grown to more than 720, while total cases nationwide have passed 1,080, with infections confirmed in at least 32 states. While most people's symptoms improve ...

Fungal infection, also known as a mycosis ... Mycoses often start in the lungs following inhalation of fungal spores or on the skin due to localized colonization.