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Image: Shutterstock Summers can be brutal, especially the heat and humidity it brings along. If you are one of those people who live by the beautiful and calming seas, humidity is your well-known enemy. Even though we spend most of our time under the air conditioner, we often find ourselves drenched in sweat; multiple times a day. The one thing this outrageous season brings along is the various skin infections. One such skin infection is most commonly found in the Tinea versicolor. 1. What is Tinea versicolor Infection? 2. Causes 3. Symptoms 4. Diagnosis 5. Treatment 6. Prevention 7. Natural Remedies 8. FAQ What is Tinea versicolor Infection? Image: Shutterstock Tinea versicolor is a common fungal infection that affects the skin. The fungus disrupts the skin's pigmentation which results in small, discolored patches. The fungus called Malassezia is a type of yeast that...

An epidemic is the spread of a disease that is limited to a community, region, or country. An epidemic is a more localized version of a pandemic, which involves the spread of the disease across national borders. Experts define an epidemic as the spread of a disease within a localized region or community. Once the outbreak spreads across national borders, people may consider it a pandemic or pandemic threat. This article explores the definitions of an epidemic and a pandemic, how both epidemics and pandemics start, the differences between an epidemic and a pandemic, and pandemic phases. The baseline, or endemic level, of a particular disease is the amount of that disease that is usually present in a community. The endemic level is not necessarily the desired level of the disease, which may be zero. Rather, it is the observed level of the disease within that particular population. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) , an epidemic is an increase in the number...

Polio is a dinosaur of a disease, with suspected cases dating back to prehistoric Egypt . For a portion of the 20 th century, the paralysis it sometimes caused represented one of the greatest public health threats to American life. Today, you'd be hard-pressed to find anyone who's had polio — the last time a case originated in the United States was 1979. For this, you can thank one of America's longest-running vaccine campaigns. In the 70 years we've been vaccinating against polio (also known as poliomyelitis), cases worldwide have been reduced by more than 99.9%. There's a real possibility that polio could be eradicated entirely within our lifetime. Of the three viruses that cause polio (known simply as Types 1-3), only Type 1 remains. Types 2 and 3 were declared eradicated in September 2015 and October 2019, respectively. When the polio vaccine was first made available in the U.S. in 1955, the country had never undertaken a nationwide vaccine campaign before. ...

You can get ringworm via contact with an infected person, contaminated soil, or an infected animal. You can also contract ringworm from contact with a contaminated object, such as shared gym equipment. You may be more at risk if you are immunocompromised or play sports with a lot of skin contact.  Visit Insider's Health Reference library for more advice. While ringworm might sound like a condition caused by a worm or parasite, it is actually caused by a fungus. The condition is also called tinea corporis, and it is characterized by an itchy ring-shaped rash that may look more clear in the center with a defined border.  Other symptoms include: Scattered bumps that may be red, purple, brown, or gray Flat round patches  Ring-shaped rashes that overlap   The appearance of ...

A case of a Crimean-Congo haemorrhagic fever has been identified in the UK, the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) said. A woman is receiving specialist treatment for the viral illness at the Royal Free Hospital in London and had recently travelled to Central Asia, where the disease is endemic. Is the disease contagious? Crimean-Congo haemorrhagic fever is usually transmitted by ticks and livestock animals and can be caught from contact with infected blood or tissues from an animal or person with the disease. Dr Susan Hopkins, chief medical adviser at the UKHSA, said the virus "does not spread easily between people", meaning "the overall risk to the public is very low". This is the third known case of the fever in the UK, with prior cases being reported in 2013 and 2014, both of which did not spread. Dr Hopkins said the UKHSA is working to contact people who have been in close contact with the woman to assess them and provide advice. She added: "UKHSA and the NH...

Salmonella is a harmful bacteria and one of the most common foodborne illnesses in the United States. The Center for Disease Control (CDC) estimates it causes about 1.35 million infections, 26,500 hospitalizations, and 420 deaths. With packaged and prepared foods being recalled with increasing frequency, it's important to have some natural remedies for Salmonella food poisoning on hand just in case you or a family member contract the illness. We've compiled a list of effective Salmonella home remedies that can help you in your recovery. What are the symptoms of Salmonella food poisoning? The symptoms of salmonella bacteria causing food poisoning typically include diarrhea, fever, stomach cramps, and an upset stomach. Symptoms usually begin 6 hours to 6 days after infection and last 4 to 7 days. Most people recover without specific treatment, but some people's illnesses may be so severe that they need to be hospitalized. How can I prevent Salmonella food poisoning? ...

NEW YORK (AP) — Following protests of Spotify kicked off by Neil Young over the spread of COVID-19 vaccine misinformation, the music streaming service said that it will add content advisories before podcasts discussing the virus. In a post Sunday, Spotify chief executive Daniel Ek laid out more transparent platform rules given the backlash stirred by Young, who on Wednesday had his music removed from Spotify after the tech giant declined to get rid of episodes of "The Joe Rogan Experience," which has been criticized for spreading virus misinformation. "Personally, there are plenty of individuals and views on Spotify that I disagree with strongly," wrote Ek. "It is important to me that we don't take on the position of being content censor while also making sure that there are rules in place and consequences for those who violate them." Ek said that the advisories will link to Spotify's fact-based COVID-19 hub in what he described as a "new effo...

Tdap is a combination vaccine that protects against three potentially life-threatening bacterial diseases: diphtheria, tetanus, and acellular pertussis. The Tdap vaccine is given at ages 11 or 12, to older teens, and to adults who have not had the booster for pertussis coverage. Pregnant people should also take the Tdap vaccine in their third trimester.   People with the autoimmune skin condition psoriasis can safely take the Tdap vaccine. Because of their compromised immune systems, they should be up to date on their Tdap vaccine and other vaccines for preventable conditions that put them at risk for severe illness and death from infections.   This article covers the safety and effectiveness of the Tdap for people with psoriasis, side effects and risks, who should take this vaccine, and more. ArtMarie / Getty Images Is the Tdap Safe and Effective for People With Psoriasis? Tdap vaccination offers the best protection against d...

Triple H, as interesting as his name the famous wrestler has always entertained us for more than 30 years. Now, he has announced his retirement while talking to Stephen A. Smith on ESPN's first take, saying his time in the ring is over. While talking to Stephen he said " I won't – I would never wrestle again . First, I have a defibrillator in my chest. Which, it's probably not a good idea for me to get zapped on live TV." Actually, last September, 'The Game', which Triple H is also known as, suffered from a cardiac arrest which went pretty severe. His condition was life-threatening and there were chances of him not making it. But the superstar defeated the odds, as he always does, and lived to share the experience with us. He shared that because of pneumonia his heart and lungs got filled with some fluid. A normal heart ejection fraction deals at 55-60 ...

There was a time when diseases like cancer (some types still are), tuberculosis, chickenpox, and a few others were considered to be rare diseases until treatments, thanks to scientific advancements, were found for them. Today, while there's no dearth of researchers and scientists, there are still some diseases that are waiting for a permanent cure. There's no specific definition for rare diseases. Simply put, it is something that affects a tiny population and in some cases, treatments and cures are limited for them due to less amount of research being done given the nature of these diseases. Every year, February 28 is celebrated as Rare Disease Day to spread awareness and initiate change for those suffering from such diseases. According to rarediseaseday.org, 300mn people are suffering from rare diseases. And, it is reported that among the 7000 rare diseases identified the world over, 450 have been found in Indians; lack of data makes it difficult for the government to keep a t...

Meningitis is the inflammation of the tissues covering the brain and spinal cord. It can affect anyone, including newborns within the first month of life. In developed countries such as the United States, experts estimate that the incidence is 0.3 per 1,000 live births. Viral infections are the most common cause, and infants can usually recover from these at home. In contrast, bacterial infections cause meningitis less often, but they can be very serious and are sometimes fatal. They lead to death in up to 40% of cases within the first month. Bacterial meningitis requires aggressive treatment in the hospital, where the newborn will receive antibiotics intravenously. Of those who recover, about 50–60% develop long-term effects such as seizures and vision impairments. Keep reading to learn more about the outlook, causes, symptoms, long-term effects, diagnosis, and treatment of meningitis in newborns. Meningitis is the inflammation of the thin membrane that covers the brain and spinal...