Colds and Infections - Original Articles

Meningitis has made big headlines, but do you know the whole story behind this contagious disease? Here, we debunk the condition's 10 most common myths.

Is your city making you sneeze? High pollen and mold counts make some places worse than others.

What you don't know could hurt you.

With the slowly, but steadily rising temperatures, what does the future hold for our health?

More than 25 years since scientists discovered AIDS, myths about the virus still abound. Here, we dispel the top eight misconceptions.

Think catching a cold is bad? It could be worse. At least it's not one of these dreaded illnesses.

These molds and bacteria simply won't back down and it's their determination to thrive that makes them dangerous.

Will getting the flu shot prevent you from getting sick? Find out here.

Find out if your weird rashes, twitches, lumps and bumps are signs of something serious.

Germs tend to lurk in the most unexpected places. Learn what you can do to protect yourself.

Find out how you can protect your teen or pre-teen against infection.

These critters could be doing their owners more harm than good.

Find out why this emerging disease could become a global pandemic.

A guide to one of the most common and overlooked human viruses.

Knowing the symptoms of bacterial meningitis could mean the difference between life and death.

Men, women, and children can all develop a bladder infection. Here, a look at the condition, from symptoms to treatments.

Could your teenager contract meningitis at camp, in the classroom, or at the college dorm? Here, what you can do to reduce your child's risks.

Getting children clean may seem like an impossible task at times, but teaching good hygiene while they're young will start a lifetime of healthy habits.

Your child has a runny nose and bad cough. You want her to feel better, but is it OK to give her cold medicine?

Drug-resistant bacteria, like MRSA, are hard to treat once they develop. Fortunately, you can take these steps to protect yourself.

Drug-resistant bacteria are becoming a global health crisis. How did this happen?

Want to lower your chances of sniffling your way through the season? Follow these simple tips.

Find out how to protect yourself from medical errors, complications, and other hospital hazards.

Want to soothe your pinkeye symptoms, or stop conjunctivitis before it starts? Check out our survival guide.

Learn how to keep your child from getting sick without going overboard.

According to experts, most Americans aren't washing their hands the right way. Learn how to clean up your act.