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First West Nile Mosquitoes Found
West Nile Virus season is kicking off early this year with infected mosquitoes found in several states.
Contributor : Jennifer Bunn, RN
H1N1 Vaccine: Who Gets it First?
As the H1N1 pandemic continues to spread, and as the death toll rises, drug manufacturers are scrambling to create a vaccine against the vir...
Contributor : Jennifer Bunn, RN
New Route of Transmission for HIV Discovered
US Researchers have discovered that HIV can penetrate healthy vaginal tissue to infect immune cells.
Contributor : Jennifer Bunn, RN
Repellents Containing DEET Come Under New Scrutiny
French researchers, who have been studying the effect of DEET on rodents, have voiced concerns regarding the potential for neurotoxic effect...
Contributor : Jennifer Bunn, RN
WHO Study Shows Herpes is Widespread
Worldwide, 1 in 6 has genital herpes, according to the World Health Organization (WHO).
Contributor : Jennifer Bunn, RN
What College Students Need to Know About H1N1
Ah, communal living! Nothing can be more fun or more likely to challenge your immune system. Here are some tips to staying healthy and avoid...
Contributor : Jennifer Bunn, RN
Swine Flu News: H1N1 More Likely to Cause Stomach Upset
As the H1N1 virus continues to spread globally, new research shows that the virus may not spread as readily as other flu viruses.
Contributor : Jennifer Bunn, RN
Moms Who Get Flu Shots May Give Birth To Healthier Babies
New studies suggest that pregnant women who receive the flu shot during flu season decrease their chances of giving birth to premature babie...
Contributor : Dena Afrasiabi
CDC Publishes School Guidelines for H1N1
The CDC has published guidelines to help schools decide on the proper course of action to deal with H1N1.
Contributor : Jennifer Bunn, RN
Despite Gardasil Vaccine, Pap Smears Still Necessary
Cervical Cancer Screening Month is in January, but it's always a good time to remember to book an appointment for that Pap smear you've been...
Contributor : Jennifer Bunn, RN




