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June 2, 2026/Primary Care

Should You Be Using Antibacterial Soap or Regular Soap?

Antibacterial soap hasn’t been shown to be any more effective at killing germs than regular soap and water

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Pharyngitis vs. Tonsillitis: What’s the Difference?

Both cause a painful sore throat, but they affect different parts and bring different symptoms

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April 16, 2025/Infectious Disease

Time for a Tetanus Shot? When You Need One and Why

Tetanus is easy to prevent but tough to treat — vaccines are your best defense

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January 17, 2025/Infectious Disease

Dirty Secret: Your Watch Wristband Is Probably Home to Bacteria

Researchers found potentially harmful germs on 95% of wristbands

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January 2, 2025/Skin Care & Beauty

Popping Hidradenitis Suppurativa? Bad Idea

Popping or prodding at these cysts could lead to infection

Person showing healthcare provider where their breast hurts in exam room
October 24, 2024/Women’s Health

How To Know if You Could Have a Breast Abscess — and What To Do About It

A breast abscess feels like a hot, hard and painful lump — seek support from a healthcare provider at first signs of an infection

Female feeling breast
August 12, 2024/Women’s Health

Here’s How You Can Get Mastitis Without Breastfeeding

Bacterial infections, breast abscesses and clogged milk ducts can all cause inflammation in your breasts

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June 18, 2024/Infectious Disease

How To Stay Safe From Recreational Waterborne Diseases

You can reduce your risk by not swallowing water, and showering before and after swimming

Toddler sitting on caregiver's lap receiving throat swab from healthcare provider
April 29, 2024/Children’s Health

Recurrent Strep Throat: What To Do When Strep Comes Back

Change your toothbrush after an infection and always take your full course of antibiotics to help ward off recurrence

person pressing on tender nostril
June 29, 2023/Primary Care

How To Treat an Infected Nose Piercing

Soap, water and an antibiotic ointment are your best bet

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