Preventive Care

Vaccinations are largely viewed as the most successful medical advancement in the history of public health. But who came up with the idea for vaccines? And do we give too many shots now?

By Alia Hoyt

In 2007, Chinese-made products were taken off the shelves in what could be record-breaking numbers. Everything from toys to toothpaste to dog food to computer batteries were found with dangerous or toxic levels of lead.

By Jacob Silverman

When it comes to monitoring your body for early warning signs, you are the best person for the job. Learn how to perform self-exams to detect signs of skin cancer, testicular cancer, and breast cancer.

By the American Institute for Preventive Medicine

Household pets can give you unpleasant diseases through animal bites that include tetanus, rabies, and cat scratch fever. People who work with birds should look out for parrot fever. Learn about animal infections.

By Laurie L. Dove

Parasitic infections that are contracted through skin contact or infected bedding, clothing or animals includes body lice, scabies and ticks, and can lead to bumps, rashes, or even Lyme disease. Learn about preventing parasitic infections.

By Laurie L. Dove

Traveling infections you may encounter while visiting undeveloped countries are often spread by parasites in the food and water, or mosquitoes that carry diseases from person to person. Learn about travel infections.

By Laurie L. Dove

Malaria is curable and preventable. Learn about efforts underway to eradicate malaria and how you can protect yourself when you travel to countries where malaria is common.

By Sherry Kahn

Serious infections of the heart have nothing to do with being lovesick. Although endocarditis and rheumatic fever are relatively rare, they do require prompt medical attention. Learn how to prevent these heart infections.

By Michele Price Mann

Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are common, but they can be uncomfortable and annoying. Learn the causes, symptoms, and treatment options for bladder infections (cystitis), kidney infections (pyelonephritis), and yeast infections.

By Laurie L. Dove

When infections invade the space between our ears, they can wreak havoc with our most important organ -- the brain. Learn for helpful ways to keep your noggin healthy.

Lots of contagious pestilences plague preschool and day-care settings, but few childhood illnesses leave the body with serious damage or aftereffects. Learn how to avoid and treat those nasty childhood infections and infestations.

By Laurie L. Dove

When stomach infections strike, you're left feeling like you've been run over by a truck. Learn how to avoid most culinary bacteria with a little awareness and plenty of soap and water.

By Michele Price Mann

Any infection that makes it difficult to breathe is no laughing matter. You may be able to prevent most respiratory infections by taking some simple precautions. Follow these tips and you'll be breathing easier for years to come.

By Michele Price Mann

When infection ravages the skeleton, getting around can be a painful experience. Use our tips and guidelines to protect yourself from bone-weakening conditions with a little knowledge.

By Laurie L. Dove

You might not want to talk about them, but sexually transmitted diseases can be extremely dangerous to your health. Keep your private parts working their best by finding out more about STDs here.

By Laurie L. Dove

It's hard to put your best face forward when it's covered in sores, or when it feels like your throat is being attacked with tiny knives. Learn about some of the most common throat infections.

By Laurie L. Dove

The bacteria and viruses that cause harmful infections are lurking everywhere, from hospital rooms to your neighbor's hand. Arm yourself against infection by following the preventative tips outlined in this article.

By Laurie L. Dove & Michele Price Mann

While viruses such as the flu and the common cold are usually not life-threatening, they can put a damper on your plans and make you feel like hiding under the covers. See these valuable prevention tips.

By Laurie L. Dove & Michele Price Mann

Multiple vitamins with fluoride are used to protect against tooth decay and vitamin deficiencies in children. Fluoride has been found to be helpful in preventing cavities in the teeth. Learn about multiple vitamins with fluoride.

By the Editors of Publications International, Ltd.

Cold weather can present many dangers if you do not prepare for it accordingly. Learn more about cold weather and what you can do to protect yourself when a cold chill moves in.

By Dr. Rob Danoff

There are numerous ways of fending off pesky bugs but you should be aware of the chemicals that are used in these treatments. Learn more about bug sprays in this article.

By Dr. Rob Danoff

Owning a pet can be good for your health. Read about the science behind why we own pets and how they can benefit our health and happiness, especially as we age.