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What Is Respiratory Season, and Are You Ready?

Getting vaccinated in October can help protect you against severe illness between November and March

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October 10, 2024/Infectious Disease

How Contagious Is RSV?

Respiratory syncytial virus spreads easily through respiratory droplets spewed out by those who are infected

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Got Flu-Like Symptoms? A New At-Home COVID-19 and Flu Test Can Help

This at-home test for COVID-19 and flu can help you figure out what’s causing your symptoms, and how best to treat them

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September 23, 2024/Urinary & Kidney Health

Why You Get UTIs After Sex — and How To Prevent Them

Staying hydrated and peeing after sex can help prevent this common post-sex condition

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September 11, 2024/Skin Care & Beauty

How Often Should You Wash Your Bath Towels?

Wash your bath towels at least once a week, and washcloths at least twice a week

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August 13, 2024/Infectious Disease

What Are the COVID-19 Guidelines These Days?

Most people can return to work and regular life when they’re symptom-free for 24 hours

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August 8, 2024/Infectious Disease

Do Lysol Disinfecting Wipes Kill COVID-19?

Lysol Disinfecting Wipes are just one of more than 500 products approved by the EPA for protection against the SARS-CoV-2 virus that causes COVID-19

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June 21, 2024/Infectious Disease

Signs of an Infection After Surgery

Keep the area clean and monitor your incision site for discharge, odor or a change in appearance

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June 20, 2024/Infectious Disease

Why You Shouldn’t Take Ivermectin for COVID-19

The medication is ineffective and — in the case of animal ivermectin — potentially dangerous

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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

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