Archive for Infectious Diseases / Bacteria / Viruses
AICHC WILL SCREEN PATIENTS FOR COVID-19.WE NOW OFFER COVID-19 TESTING AND MODERNA VACCINATIONS FOR THOSE WHO QUALIFY! What is the Coronavirus/COVID-19? The novel coronavirus is a newly discovered virus. It causes an illness called COVID-19. Many of the symptoms are similar to the flu: dry cough, fever, difficulty breathing. How do people catch COVID-19? When […]
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Reports of a novel virus spreading to countries in East and Southeast Asia have put local authorities and the World Health Organization (WHO) on alert. Source: Medical News Today: New SARS-like virus may be spreading outside China
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Cytomegalovirus — a common, asymptomatic virus — may actually boost the immune system’s response to infection, much to specialists’ surprise. Source: Medical News Today: Scientists 'completely surprised' by immunity-boosting virus
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Bacterial gastroenteritis, or food poisoning, is a gut infection that can cause diarrhea, abdominal pain, nausea, and vomiting. People with bacterial gastroenteritis need to rest and drink plenty of fluids. Here, we look at the causes, symptoms, treatment, prevention, and complications of bacterial gastroenteritis. Source: Medical News Today: How to treat and prevent bacterial gastroenteritis
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Viral pneumonia causes symptoms that include a cough, fever, and chills. It often occurs as a complication of the common cold. Those more at risk include young children and older adults. The condition usually resolves without treatment, but doctors may prescribe antiviral medication. Learn about viral pneumonia here. Source: Medical News Today: What are the […]
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