Infectious Diseases - March 2019 Archives

Preventing the spread of antibiotic-resistant 'superbugs'  Antibiotic-resistant bacteria, often called "superbugs," are resistant to most — and, in some cases, all — types of antibiotics. ...

Tetanus is a serious infection that can be life-threatening and easily prevented with vaccination. It is caused by a toxin produced by spores of the bacteria, Clostridium ...

Do you wash the avocados before cutting them up for guacamole? How about the melon you'll slice up for the fruit salad — does it get a rinse? In this ...

A second wave of influenza infection is underway in parts of the U.S., and it is a different strain that started the flu season. "Typically, we ...

THIS WEEK'S TOP STORIES Childhood vaccines: Tough questions, straight answers Childhood vaccines protect children from several serious or potentially fatal diseases, including tetanus, measles, mumps, ...

DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I’m planning a three-week trip to Tanzania. My doctor recommends that I take medication to prevent malaria. Is this really necessary? I thought ...

Most healthy people who become sick with the flu recover without needing to seek medical attention. For some, complications can arise. An estimated more than ...

THIS WEEK'S TOP STORIES Ready to get in on the aquatic fitness movement? Swimming pools aren't just for laps anymore. Swimmers and nonswimmers alike are ...

Ensuring your child gets a flu shot is important to prevent the flu. It's also important to make sure your child is up to date ...

If you skipped getting an annual flu shot, it's not too late. And getting the shot is highly encouraged says Dr. Pritish Tosh, a Mayo Clinic ...