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When should I worry about a cat scratch? Here's what experts say.
How to tell if you've got a harmless wound or an infection like cat scratch fever.
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Teen dies from brain-eating amoeba after swimming in a lake. Should you be worried? Here's what you need to know.
A Georgia high school student, 17, died after contracting a brain eating amoeba — but it's not common, according to experts.
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What are the symptoms of a Strep A infection? Here’s what parents should look out for.
Strep A is a type of bacteria that causes strep throat, but it can also lead to more serious infections.
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No evidence COVID-19 vaccines cause death, epidemiologists say: 'Coincidences are going to happen'
Experts say claims that the COVID-19 vaccine may be fatal are unfounded and rooted in a desire to make sense of the world.
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COVID-19 and Super Bowl parties: Are they worth the risk?
While experts don't recommend having friends and family over to watch the Super Bowl, there are a few things you can do to make the experience as safe as possible.
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Taiwan's CDC turns diseases into anime characters — including COVID-19 as a purple-haired hacker
This public health campaign features "personified disease characters" in a bid to raise awareness with a younger audience.
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Study pinpoints places, from gyms to restaurants, where people are at high risk of contracting COVID-19
Researchers found opening restaurants at full capacity led to the largest increase in infections.
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