Hidden pathway drives COVID-19 infection, triggers damaging inflammation in the lungs

New research has uncovered a hidden pathway that allows COVID-19 to infect the immune system and trigger damaging ...
PolitiFact

What is cyclosporiasis and how can you avoid catching this, uh, ‘explosive’ GI illness?

There’s no foolproof way to avoid exposure. The causes of the current cyclosporiasis outbreaks are unknown and avoiding all fresh produce consumption is impractical. (There’s currently no evidence ...

How to Stay Safe From the Severe Stomach Bug That’s Going Around

Cyclospora, a parasite that causes intestinal illness, is sickening many people across the United States. Health experts have ...

What is the parasite that's spreading across the U.S. and how can you protect yourself?

As cases of cyclospora spreads rapidly across the U.S., doctors scramble to find its source. (Adobe Stock photo) ...

West Nile is spreading faster than it has in 20 years. Here's how to keep yourself safe

Orange and Los Angeles counties are catching West Nile virus activity early in the season and urging residents to avoid ...
Smithsonian Magazine

Cases of a Parasitic Infection That Can Cause Diarrhea for Weeks Are Rapidly Rising in the U.S. Here’s What to Know

The illness is caused by the microscopic parasite Cyclospora cayetanensis, which spreads via food or water contaminated with ...