Today, the World Health Organization designates 20 parasitic and related infections as neglected tropical diseases. They represent the world’s most common health afflictions of people
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Illnesses related to flea and tick bites in the United States have significantly increased in recent years. If you’re planning to enjoy the great outdoors
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The Caribbean has a long history with cholera, a severe diarrheal illness associated with high mortality. Throughout the 19th century, cholera epidemics were relatively common
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Texas has seen a record number of mumps cases in 2017. The Texas mumps outbreaks began in 2016, with almost two hundred cases in that
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The Pontifical Council for Health Care Workers hosted a historic high level summit at the Vatican on Nov. 10-12. The international conference entitled, “Towards a
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There is often a belief that neglected tropical diseases mostly affect those who live in poverty-stricken countries. Dr. Peter Hotez, dean of the National School
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Is it possible that Zika has already entered Aedes aegypti mosquito populations within the continental United States and that people in the at-risk areas of
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There are major concerns about the risks of contracting the Zika virus during the 2016 Summer Olympics in Rio de Janeiro. Zika has become widespread
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April 2 is World Autism Awareness Day, and we want to recognize and acknowledge those who are on the front lines battling and treating autism
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Taking care of your health is a priority and nobody knows that more than physicians and healthcare providers. It can sometimes be difficult to find
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