Valley fever is an infection spread by a fungus that grows in the top few inches of soil in parts of the American West. It is transmitted when soil is disturbed and the fungal spores become airborne.

What one Arizona doctor’s quest to stop valley fever says about America’s preparedness for climate-driven disease.

A mother is taking legal action after her three-year-old daughter died from sepsis. Her tragic death came after the mum said ...

Zim joins global call to protect new-borns As Zimbabwe joined the rest of the world in commemorating World Patient Safety Day on September 17 last week, the message was clear that safeguarding the ...

Stryker’s Smoke-Free OR Campaign Julie Greenhalgh, RN, BSN, CNOR, never smoked a day in her life, yet she has all the tell-tale signs that will plague her for the rest of her life: the raspy voice, ...

CINCINNATI (WKRC) — Health authorities sounded the alarm for a deadly parasitic infection that has already infected eight people, with the insect source being found in 32 states, including Ohio. The ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." There are plenty of infections that you get on a regular basis, such as a cold or a stomach bug, and ...

Lyme disease is prevalent this time of year, especially in the Northeast, mid-Atlantic and upper-Midwest regions of the U.S. — though there have been reports of cases in expanding areas, according to ...

One of the top high school pitchers in the country is opting to stay with Georgia Tech after being drafted by the Milwaukee Brewers in this year's MLB Draft. Cooper Underwood, who is the top LHP in ...

Ear infections can sneak up on you, starting with subtle discomfort that you might dismiss as nothing serious. But catching the early warning signs can save you from days of excruciating pain and ...

ST. JOHNS COUNTY, Fla. – A rare but dangerous flesh-eating bacterial infection called Vibrio vulnificus has claimed the life of a St. Johns County resident this year. The Florida Department of Health ...