Think cold weather makes you sick? Learn what really causes winter illness—and why that drippy cold‑air nose is usually ...

More than 800 people in the U.S. have had measles since the beginning of the year, according to NBC News data. The majority of cases are in West Texas, where an outbreak that shows no signs of abating ...

Broward County's school district has now confirmed six cases of measles, a highly contagious viral infection that is often recognized by a red rash that appears all over the body. All six of the cases ...

Inner ear infections like labyrinthitis may come after a cold or respiratory infection, with symptoms including nausea and ...

Exposure to cigarette smoke, including passive smoke exposure in children, may contribute to or increase the risk of ear infections. Smoking and exposure to secondhand cigarette smoke can have harmful ...

Bacterial endocarditis, or infective endocarditis, is a rare infection of the heart lining and valves. It is caused by a bacterial infection and results in flu-like symptoms. The condition may become ...

In a statement, a hospital spokesperson suggested the mold may have been present at nearby construction sites, part of the hospital's A$940 million redevelopment. There, these spores can cause an ...

Human papillomavirus (HPV) infection is strongly associated with anal cancer. HPV infection, the various factors associated with it, and smoking are all risk factors for anal cancer. There are several ...

A vaginal cuff is the closure made at the top of the vagina after a hysterectomy. Your doctor may recommend antibiotics if you develop an infection in this area. A hysterectomy is a common surgical ...

The armpit is a complex junction where muscles, nerves, blood vessels, and lymph nodes meet. Because it is such a busy area of the body, experiencing pain there is surprisingly common. For some, it is ...