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Proper washing and storage techniques are essential for maintaining the effectiveness of microfiber towels used for cleaning.
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A new variant of the H3N2 flu, named subclade K, could reduce the effectiveness of this winter's flu vaccine and lead to a challenging flu season in North America.
The CDC's Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices faces scrutiny and calls for changes as it seeks to alter the childhood hepatitis B vaccine schedule under new, controversially appointed members.
Salt Lake County has confirmed its first measles case amidst a national outbreak, with the patient being unvaccinated and the infection source unknown.
Ethiopia has reported its first outbreak of Marburg virus disease, with nine confirmed cases in the Omo region, prompting a swift response from health authorities to contain the virus.
A daughter grapples with how to inform her young son about his grandfather's terminal cancer diagnosis and impending death.
New research links a diet high in ultra-processed foods to an increased risk of precancerous colorectal polyps in women under 50.
Snohomish County health officials report the first flu death of the 2025-2026 season, urging residents to get vaccinated before Thanksgiving.
The article discusses the risks associated with transitioning from anal to vaginal sex, specifically the increased chance of infections, and offers advice on how to minimize these risks.
Researchers from Karolinska Institutet have revealed mechanisms by which mammalian cells prevent mitochondrial DNA mutations, ensuring its integrity across generations, with implications for various diseases.
