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Infectious Diseases 101
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Infectious diseases are caused by microorganisms, and your body is constantly dealing with them. Learn more about infectious diseases and how to prevent them.
5 Infectious Diseases You Might Get in the ER
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You could get an infectious disease in the ER. See the most common infectious diseases you might get in the ER and how to minimize infection.
What is kennel cough?
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Kennel cough is a pretty nasty-sounding bacterial infection that your dog may pick up at the kennel or grooming facility. Learn the cause of kennel cough.
How do infections go airborne?
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How do infections go airborne? Learn about the science behind how infections hang in the air and how exactly infections go airborne.
How are viruses, viroids and prions related?
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Viruses, viroids and prions are microscopic, infectious particles with a common, despicable goal — but the way each goes about achieving that goal is different.
What the Stuff?!: 5 Infectious Facts About Leprosy
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Leprosy is a serious health concern in a few populations around the world, but it’s actually very treatable these days, especially if it’s caught early, and it has a low transmission rate. But the true facts about leprosy are still fascinating.
How Does Measles Reset Your Immune System?
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Research shows that measles leaves you vulnerable to other infectious diseases. HowStuffWorks investigates how measles resets your immune system.
How Bird Flu Works
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Bird flu is an infectious disease that has swept through the Asian bird population. Learn how bird flu spreads and the risks posed by antigenic drift and shift.
How to Prevent Throat Infections
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Learn how to prevent some of the most common throat infections, including cold sores, mono, and strep throat, in this article.
Why Do I Get Sick So Often
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When you get sick, your illness can be caused by several different factors. Learn why you get sick at HowStuffWorks.