Lung Infections Definition & Overview

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  The death of a young Navajo man in 1993 alerted Americans to the risk of hantavirus infection. Since that time, cases have been reported in 32 states.

  Hantavirus in the United States

  By Linda Fugate PhD HERWriter on January 23, 2012 - 7:55am
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  The respiratory infection diphtheria has been almost eradicated by vaccines. But not quite. Most of us hear about it only in terms of the diphtheria, tetanus, and pertussis vaccine.

  Diphtheria Is Still a Threat

  By Linda Fugate PhD HERWriter on November 29, 2011 - 7:56am
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  Haemophilus influenzae is a bacteria that commonly infects the respiratory tract. Dr.

  Haemophilus Influenzae Respiratory Infections

  By Linda Fugate PhD HERWriter on August 9, 2011 - 5:38am
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  Whooping cough, or pertussis, is a bacterial infection with symptoms that are similar to those of a common cold. In children, bouts of coughing often end with a "whoop" sound.

  Does Your Child Have Whooping Cough?

  By MC Kelby HERWriter on October 6, 2010 - 6:32pm
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  Whooping cough (also known as pertussis) is very contagious and can cause serious illness and even death.

  Whooping Cough 101

  By MC Kelby HERWriter on October 5, 2010 - 6:26pm
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  Many believe whooping cough (also known as pertussis) is a thing of the past. But whooping cough is still very real and deadly.

  Whooping Cough Outbreaks

  By MC Kelby HERWriter on October 5, 2010 - 5:24am
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  What is Loeffler's Syndrome? Loeffler's Syndrome is another name for simple pulmonary eosinophilia, which is inflammation of the lungs with a build up of eosinophils, which are usua

  What Does Loeffler's Syndrome Have to do With the Lungs?

  By Darlene Oakley HERWriter on June 30, 2010 - 12:32pm
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  If you have been diagnosed with severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS), here are four more questions you may wish to discuss with your physician: 1. What medications prove effective ...

  Clarifying Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS) With Your Doctor – Four More Questions to Ask

  By Mamta Singh HERWriter on June 9, 2010 - 9:49pm
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  If you have been diagnosed with severe acute respiratory syndrome or SARS, you may wish to go over the following questions with your physician: 1. With so much media hype on SARS, can I ...

  Clarifying Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS) With Your Doctor – Five Questions to Ask

  By Mamta Singh HERWriter on June 9, 2010 - 9:44pm
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  What is Bronchiolitis Bronchiolitis is an extremely common, acute viral infection involving the bronchioles of the lungs (small air passages).

  Obliterans vs. Obliterative Bronchiolitis

  By Darlene Oakley HERWriter on June 7, 2010 - 12:50pm