The Hib vaccine drastically cut cases of a once feared contagious disease. New cases in unvaccinated kids feed concern that ...

After Near Eradication, the World's Deadliest Infection Is Making a Fierce Comeback in the U.S.

Hib, a deadly bacterial infection that causes meningitis, is making a comeback, doctors warn. They say the rise in cases is ...

CDC data show more than 2.2 million cases of chlamydia, gonorrhea and syphilis were reported in the United States in 2024.

A sinus infection can spread to the brain, although this is rare. People require immediate medical treatment if a sinus infection reaches the brain. Sinusitis is an inflammation of the sinuses and ...

Nosocomial infections are infections that develop while a person is receiving medical attention. Examples include pneumonia, urinary tract infections (UTIs) and gastrointestinal (GI) infections. The ...

Mary Duncan, R.N., MSN, CIC, is the senior director of Infection Prevention for the UAB Health System, with 18 years of experience implementing best practices at various health facilities. Her ...

So it feels like your vagina is on fire. Let me first say, I’m so sorry you’re here. You might initially assume you’re dealing with a yeast infection—it’s just the vagina problem with the best PR. And ...

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 ...

Wales international Sam Davies was left unable to cook or shower, or do the most basic of tasks.