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His family never suspected that his favorite pastime would lead to his death at age 76. Mike died Dec. 26 from complications ...

The spread of the Aedes aegypti mosquito, which transmits the Zika virus as well as dengue, Rift Valley fever, and ...

While Zika has been reported in more than 90 countries, surprisingly little is known about what exactly drives Zika ...

Malaria is a mosquito-borne disease that is caused by ... In two independent cohorts of Ugandan children with severe malaria, elevated blood uric acid was found to be common and linked to both ...

A mom in Australia discovered her young son had leukemia after taking him to get a possible bite checked out following a ...

Exploring why cats bite, the article reveals five key reasons: playfulness and hunting instincts, overstimulation, communication of discomfort, territorial behavior, and teething or medical issues.

Initial spider bite symptoms often mimic other insect stings or minor injuries. However, certain indicators warrant immediate medical attention. Spreading redness, intense pain, systemic symptoms ...

When your toddler transitions out of their crib into a toddler bed, it’s a good time to consider introducing them to a pillow, too. You’ll want one that’s just the right size for their ...

Those who may be at higher risk for an allergic reaction to a mosquito bite include: People who work outside or frequently exercise outdoors Young children People not previously exposed to the local ...

Hospitals in England have been "hit by a surge" of norovirus - the winter vomiting bug - adding to mounting ... problems in vulnerable people and young children. One problem is that it spreads ...

A woman who woke up with a bug bite was forced to have her fingers and toes amputated after her organs shut down. Cathrine Abbott-Coetzee believed she had a relatively harmless mosquito bite but ...