Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes

Mysterious kidney disease on the rise in South Asia

It was an enigma when it was discovered in the early 1990s. And despite the efforts of scientists in fields from hydrology to medicine, it largely remains so.

Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes

July is peak time for illness from poop in pools: CDC

(HealthDay)—Is it safe to go in the water this summer? Not if microscopic germs like E. coli or cryptosporidium are swimming in the pool with you, U.S. health officials warn.

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What is campylobacter, and what are we doing about it?

Campylobacters are spiral-shaped bacteria that often colonize the intestines of animals grown for food (as well as other animals)—and they can cause acute diarrheal disease (called campylobacteriosis) in humans.

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Six human parasites you definitely don't want to host

Parasites are fascinating. They are uniquely adapted to survive, in some cases through very complex life cycles. There's also research to suggest that some may even change the behaviour of hosts to assist them in their quest ...

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US issues advisory for Cuba over cholera cases

The United States has issued an advisory for travelers to Cuba after several foreign visitors were sickened by cholera in recent weeks.