A study published in Scientific Reports has revealed that people's social connections play a crucial role in determining ...

In an increasingly interconnected world, global health faces constant threats from new and re-emerging pathogens. Recent devastating outbreaks of diseases ...

In his testimony this week, Kennedy claimed that infectious diseases receive far more federal funding than chronic diseases.

The onset of the Covid-19 pandemic five years ago underscored the importance of diagnostic and vaccine developers to treat and prevent infectious diseases. Infectious disease is a theme for the ...

Kansas is experiencing the largest tuberculosis outbreak in American history. Here's how to protect yourself, according to an ...

The materials used to build your home can be a crucial factor in preventing the spread of infectious diseases, particularly in developing countries, says a team of UVA researchers.

People who work with livestock are at the greatest risk of bird flu. To stop the disease's spread, it's critical that they participate in testing programs and wear masks and gloves when advised. “For ...

There is a vaccine aimed at preventing TB called Bacille Calmette-Guérin (BCG), but it’s not commonly used in the U.S., ...

Broward Health Dr. Craig Harrison is an emergency care physician. On Wednesday he said there has been an increase in upper ...

To learn more about the recent bird flu outbreaks, we spoke with Asha Shah, MD, director of infectious diseases and ...