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10/10/2025

Did you know? B virus infection is typically harmless to macaque monkeys, but can cause severe and often deadly infections in humans

10/06/2025

Today's is Pinworm Infection. Learn more here:

Pinworms are a type of parasitic roundworm that can infect your intestines.

10/06/2025

This disease is the most common worm infection in the United States. What is the disease called?

10/03/2025

Did you know that Alpha-gal Syndrome is a tick-borne allergy that can cause delayed reactions to red meat and other products made from mammals?

09/29/2025

Today's is Melioidosis. Learn more here:

Learn the basics about melioidosis, including signs and symptoms, prevention, treatment, and more.

09/29/2025

This bacterial infection is caused by contaminated soil and water in tropical regions. Humans can be infected by direct contact with contaminated sources. Severe cases may lead to pneumonia, abscess formation, or bloodstream infections. What is this infection?

09/26/2025

Did you know that nearly everyone who is not vaccinated will get HPV at some point in their lives?

09/22/2025

Today's is Chancroid. Learn more here:

Chancroid is an exceedingly rare sexually transmitted infection, both in the United States and globally. Understanding its true prevalence is made difficult by the lack of a readily available diagnostic testing and by its similar presentation to other more common causes of ge***al ulcer diseases.

09/22/2025

This sexually transmitted infection is very rare, and only seven cases in six states were reported to the CDC in the US in 2016. What is the name of this infection?

07/07/2025

Today's is Amebiasis. Learn more here:

Facts on amebiasis, a treatable disease caused by a parasite that can produce diarrhea and cramping

07/07/2025

This disease is caused by a parasite called Entamoeba histolytica, and it is most common in tropical places with poor sanitary conditions. Only 10-20% of people who are infected with Entamoeba histolytica become ill. What is this disease called?

07/04/2025

Did you know that the bacteria that causes Q fever, Coxiella burnetii, is considered a potential bioterrorism agent?