What is hantavirus and how contagious is the deadly infection?

As a fatal outbreak of the virus on an Atlantic cruise ship raises concerns about human-to-human transmission, here’s what ...
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You can't catch a cold from cold weather: Debunking seasonal health myths

Whether it's sniffles, a sore throat, or a non-stop cough, we’ve found a few things that you may not know about the common cold. A Single Cold Virus Can Spread 16 Million Offspring a Day: When you are ...
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Allergies, cold or COVID? Doctor explains how to tell the difference this spring

FIVE ON YOUR HEALTH TONIGHT. THE WORST OF ALLERGY SEASON IS STILL TO COME. BUT HOW DO YOU KNOW IF POLLEN IS TO BLAME FOR YOUR SNIFFLES, DOCTOR? SURE, DARREN. CHIEF INFECTION CONTROL OFFICER AT TUFTS ...
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Adenovirus is spreading fast, but how does it vary from a normal cold or flu? Key differences to know

Although it feels like many of us are only just hearing about it, adenovirus has officially earned the title of this season's 'mystery illness' – and that tracks, given how many of our WhatsApp group ...
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Do I Have the ‘Super Flu’? Here’s What You Need to Know

This winter is playing host to an especially bad flu season in the United States—one that might leave you with plenty of worries and questions. Perhaps the most pressing concern, especially for those ...