Antibiotic widely prescribed for urinary and respiratory infections
Half of those infected report mental, physical woes a year later
Discovery could boost treatment for bowel disorders, infection
Illness' long-term effects may not be as severe as feared, study finds
CDC report says contact lens solution ingredients could lead to contamination
10-year drop was sharpest among teens, researchers say
Take these precautions to avoid complications
Delay leaves children open to many preventable diseases, experts say
They are typically at high risk of post-op infections
It's the No. 1 source of skin infections seen in U.S. emergency rooms, study finds
Researchers recommend the 3-drug regimen remain the standard in most cases
Cholesterol, blood sugar, kidney problems and depression need special attention in those over 50
Study sheds light on link between inflammation and disease
Medical anomaly poses no threat to humans, experts say
Broken skin around a nail may lead to infection
Bark-like cough is a primary sign
Some spas and salons fail to practice good sanitation, so you should, group says
The food-borne bacteria seems to take over and infect host cells, researchers say
Tampon use is a primary risk factor
But experts say there's a dire shortage of services in the Gulf Coast region
Virus doesn't show signs of mutating easily, U.S. government researchers now say
Guidelines offer tips to avoid swimmer's ear
But one expert says these statistics are outdated, because new procedures make surgery safer and less invasive
Simple tests and antibiotics can thwart Group B strep, doctors say
Vaccination most effective for those in nursing homes, experts say
Study finds similar outcomes with humid vs. dry air
Cheaper enzyme therapy equals surgery for pneumonia complication, researchers report
Incidence of opportunistic infections reduced up to 14-fold, report says
It all comes down to temperature, experts say
Officials predict more infections as summer heats up
Bacterial biofilm resistant to antibiotics, study finds
Mouse study suggests a connection between prions and rare cardiac condition, experts say
CDC reports 9 cases of human salmonella linked to dog or cat snacks
And the maker of recalled ReNu with MoistureLoc offers likely explanation for the outbreaks
Discovery may lead to ways to prevent infections from germs
vCJD may have 50-year incubation period, meaning most cases have yet to arise, experts say
They've also prevented 2,900 infant infections since 1989, new study finds
Water in the ear can come from showers and baths
Rat study suggests low-germ environments boost allergy, immune disorders
Keep it clean to prevent infection
The dangers may be more widespread than originally thought, studies suggest
Maker says it cuts healing time to less than a day
Painful or bloody urination are common warning signs
Experts hail immunization as breakthrough for women worldwide
Be sure to finish the prescription
The epidemic, like HIV, is changing, experts say
New guidelines stress use of medicated ear drops instead
Boosting levels of the compound might help women battle UTIs
Watch for signs of infection
Toxins, irritants lurk in the home too, experts say