Listeriosis
Listeriosis is infection caused by the gram-positive bacteria Listeria monocytogenes, usually when contaminated food is eaten. People may consume the bacteria in contaminated dairy products...
What Patients Need to Know About COPD
When people talk about the dangers of smoking, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease(COPD) is one of the conditions they’re talking about. In fact, smoking is the most important cause of COPD...
New World Screwworm
The New World screwworm (NWS) is a fly that produces larvae that can cause a parasitic infestation in animals, including in livestock. Infestation in people is rare. The NWS does not contaminate...
Chagas Disease
Chagas disease is an infection caused by the protozoa Trypanosoma cruzi. Chagas disease is transmitted to people by kissing bugs (also called an assassin or Triatominae bugs). The area...
4 Things Travelers Should Know About Altitude Illness
It’s happened to countless travelers on hiking, climbing, and skiing trips. You’ve prepped your gear and your itinerary. You’ve arrived at your destination. You’re ready to get out there and...
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Overview of the Musculoskeletal System
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View AllDiabetic Retinopathy
Diabetic retinopathy is damage to your retina caused by having diabetes. People with diabetes and which of the following conditions have a much higher risk of developing diabetic retinopathy?
- Arthritis
- High blood pressure
- Migraines
- Pregnancy
Overview of Heat Disorders
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