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Updated Articles and Resources

From Ingrid Koo, Ph.D., Former About.com Guide

Updated Articles and Resources
  • Superbugs on the Rise Created: Monday, August 11, 2008 Updated: Monday, July 16, 2012
    Superbugs are bacteria that are resistant to multiple kinds of antibiotics, making treatment a challenge. Find out which strains of bacteria are becoming superbugs and are becoming public health is...
  • Daycare Centers and Germs -- How to Keep Your Child's Daycare Center Germ-Free Created: Tuesday, October 28, 2008 Updated: Tuesday, November 16, 2010
    Daycare centers don't have to be germ centers. Find out why child care centers and preschools are common sources of infectious diseases. Learn some tips for keeping your child's daycare center free..
  • Cholera - Symptoms, Treatment, and Prevention of Cholera Created: Tuesday, December 09, 2008 Updated: Tuesday, November 16, 2010
    Find out about symptoms, treatment, and prevention of cholera, caused by the bacteria, Vibrio cholera. Learn about the epidemiology of this common epidemic and tips for travelers on preventing infe..
  • Anthrax - What Is Anthrax Video Created: Friday, September 28, 2007 Updated: Thursday, July 29, 2010
    Anthrax can be released into the air in the form of spores and, if it enters the body, can grow into a harmful bacteria. Find out the symptoms and effects of anthrax exposure.
  • Lyme Disease - Contracting Lyme Disease - Tick Bites Video Created: Monday, September 24, 2007 Updated: Thursday, July 29, 2010
    Lyme disease is transmitted to humans through bites from an infected tick. Learn the symptoms of Lyme disease and how to prevent the illness.
  • Meningitis - What Is Meningitis Video Created: Tuesday, September 25, 2007 Updated: Wednesday, July 28, 2010
    Meningitis is an infection of the membrane that surrounds the brain and spinal cord. Learn about the different types of meningitis and how they're treated.
  • Must Reads: Essential Articles and Resources about Infectiousdiseases Created: Updated: Monday, August 31, 2009

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