WHAT IS monkeypox? Three cases of the infectious disease have been confirmed in the UK so far this month. But what is monkeypox and where did it come from?
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What is monkeypox? Signs and symptoms of the infectious disease
WHAT IS MONKEYPOX? There are three confirmed cases of the infectious disease in the UK so far this month. But what is monkeypox and what are the symptoms to look out for?
What is monkeypox? Signs and symptoms of the infectious disease
Monkeypox is a rare disease which comes from the monkeypox virus. It occurs primarily in remote parts of central and west Africa, near tropical rainforests, but has recently spread to the UK. The first case of the disease in England was confirmed earlier this month, in a patient staying at a naval base in Cornwall. […]
What is infectious mononucleosis? Headache and sore throat could be symptoms of illness
HEADACHE, sore throat, and swollen tonsils are all symptoms of infectious mononucleosis, also known as mono. But what is it, what are the symptoms, and is the illness cause for concern?
What is infectious mononucleosis? Headache and sore throat could be symptoms of illness
Infectious mononucleosis has a couple of nicknames, including mono and the kissing disease, but people may be more familiar with the name glandular fever. It’s a virus transmitted through saliva, which means you can get it through kissing, but you can also be exposed through a cough or a sneeze, or by sharing a glass […]
Slapped cheek syndrome: What is infectious condition that causes bright red cheeks?
SLAPPED cheek syndrome symptoms include a bright red rash on the cheeks, a sore throat and an upset stomach. While signs of the condition usually disappear after three weeks, it can lead to a number of debilitating complications. Daily Express :: Health Feed
Slapped cheek syndrome: What is infectious condition that causes bright red cheeks?
Slapped cheek syndrome is caused by a virus, known as parvovirus B19. It’s contagious, and can be caught from infected people by inhaling droplets from their sneezes or coughs, or by touching a contaminated surface or object, the NHS said. Preventing the condition is particularly difficult, and there’s no current vaccine to prevent against it. […]
Oral sex warning: Do YOU know the symptoms of these three infectious cancers?
ORAL sex can cause cancers of the throat, penis and anus. These are the symptoms to look out for. Daily Express :: Health Feed
Infectious diseases warning: The three vaccinations YOU should have by your 70s
INFECTIOUS diseases are responsible for a significant number of hospital admissions and deaths in the elderly. For this reason, there are particular vaccines recommended for people 65 and over – pneumococcal vaccine, flu vaccine and shingles vaccine. Daily Express :: Health Feed
Infectious diseases warning: The three vaccinations YOU should have by your 70s
According to the British Geriatrics Society, infectious diseases are a huge killer of older people. Influenza and pneumonia are responsible for around eight per cent of all deaths in old people. Indeed, after cancer, heart disease and stroke, it is the fourth leading cause of death in the UK. Those most at risk of dying […]
