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An infection is the colonization of a host organism by a parasite species. Infections in humans are normally due to viruses or bacteria. Join this community to learn, share and discuss different infections and your health by connecting with peers, health professionals and doctors.

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    Jeffrey VanWingen M.D. posted the blog "The Flu" vs. Influenza.
    The term the flu has gone from being a shortened version of the illness influenza to a virtual catch-all word that means any type of viral sickness. Let's clear things up.
    2/19
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    E.M. Wollof posted the blog [A New Itch] The Ultimate Super Villian.
    It's flu season! This episode of the flu, we will be joined by Mr. Swine and Mrs. Bird. Stay tuned to find out all the new ways that news dissemination can freak you out!
    1/6
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    Jeffrey VanWingen M.D. posted the blog Ear Infections - Are Antibiotics Necessary?.
    Ear infections are a big problem for children and their parents. In 1995 it was estimated that the direct cost (doctor bills, medicine, etc) of this problem in the U.S. was 1.97 billion per year. The indirect cost (lost work time, forfeited daycare payment, etc) was estimated at 1.02 billion...
    12/11
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    Jeffrey VanWingen M.D. posted the blog Should Tonsils Be Taken Out?.
    Decades ago, the town doctor would visit the home and remove the kids' tonsils right in the home. Today, tonsillectomy is the second-most common surgery in children with 500,000 performed each year in the United States. But do tonsils actually NEED to be removed? In most cases, no.
    12/7
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    Jeffrey VanWingen M.D. posted the blog Do I Need To See A Doctor For My Sore Throat?.
    I have a sore throat. Could it be strep? Do I need to be tested? As a doctor, these are two of the most common questions I am asked. In this blog I'll cover the most common causes of sore throat and when it's time to call your doctor.
    12/4
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    Jeany Miller posted the blog 5 Natural Ways to Make a Cold More Comfortable.
    A friend and I laughed about a doctor who advised she rest for four week while recovering from a cold. Was he going to pay her bills? Obviously, there are very few of us that can take time off like that - so what do WE do? Here are 5 natural ways to make a cold a little more comfortable.
    11/18
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    E.M. Wollof posted the blog [A New Itch] The Magellan Virus Effect.
    When we guessed at the source of the flu epidemic, most scientific fingers were pointed at Asia. Now, with new research, it seems we owe Asia an apology. Australia is the most likely patient zero.
    11/15
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    Bri Luginbill
    According this article the best way to avoid flesh-eating bacteria is to wash your hands!
    http://health.howstuffworks.com/wellness…8/17
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