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  1. Is Hep C Deadly? How Treatment Changes the Outlook

    Hep C can be serious, but modern treatments cure most people. Here’s what affects the outlook and why early detection matters.

    By Jenny Wise
  2. Is Trichomoniasis a Bacteria? No, It’s a Parasite

    Trichomoniasis is caused by a parasite, not bacteria. Learn what sets it apart, how it’s diagnosed, and why the distinction matters for treatment.

    By Shannon Nowak
  3. Is Mono Going Around? Symptoms and How It Spreads

    Learn how mono spreads, who gets it most, what symptoms to watch for, and how long recovery typically takes.

    By Alejandra E. Sandoval
  4. How Does SARS Spread? Droplets, Surfaces & More

    SARS spreads mainly through respiratory droplets, but surfaces, airborne particles, and even fecal aerosols have all played a role in transmission.

    By Teresa Hart-Carter
  5. Is Strep Throat Common? Rates, Spread, and Trends

    Strep throat is more common than you might think. Learn who gets it most, when it peaks, and why treating it properly makes a difference.

    By Whitney Freeman
  6. What Is Rh Positive? Blood Type, Protein & Pregnancy

    Rh positive means you carry a specific protein on your red blood cells. Learn how it’s inherited and why it matters for pregnancy and blood transfusions.

    By Keisha Kamau
  7. What Is Impetigo? Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment

    Impetigo is a common bacterial skin infection. Learn what causes it, how it spreads, and how it’s treated with antibiotics.

    By Alejandra E. Sandoval
  8. What Infections Cause Dermatographia: Bacteria, Fungi & More

    Certain infections, including H. pylori, fungi, and parasites, may trigger dermatographia in some people, though most cases still have no clear cause.

    By Kaitlyn Martino
  9. How Common Is Malaria? Global Cases and Who’s at Risk

    Malaria still affects hundreds of millions of people each year. Learn who’s most at risk, where cases are highest, and how vaccines are starting to shift the numbers.

    By Alessandra DeRosa
  10. What Can Cause Chills With or Without a Fever

    Chills can stem from infections, low blood sugar, anxiety, hormones, and more. Learn what’s likely causing yours and when to seek medical care.

    By Monica S. Hansen
  11. What Is an Upper Respiratory Infection (URI)?

    Upper respiratory infections affect your nose, throat, and sinuses. Learn what causes them, how they spread, and when symptoms need medical attention.

    By Brian Porter
  12. Is the Measles Rash Itchy? What It Really Feels Like

    The measles rash isn’t typically itchy like chickenpox, but it can cause discomfort. Learn what it actually feels like and what it means for recovery.

    By Karen Karimi
  13. How Is Norovirus Contracted? Ways It Spreads

    Norovirus spreads more easily than most people realize. Learn the main routes of transmission and how to reduce your risk of getting sick.

    By Priya Coleman
  14. What Is an Enterovirus? Symptoms and Treatment

    Enteroviruses cause everything from mild colds to rare paralysis. Learn how they spread, what symptoms to watch for, and how to protect yourself.

    By Alejandra E. Sandoval