Through experiments on mice infected with a herpes virus, scientists discovered an immune system sensor that detects viral ...

Chickenpox is a contagious disease caused by the varicella-zoster virus (VZV). It causes flu-like symptoms and an itchy rash.

We usually think of chickenpox as something that only affects children. And while the virus is indeed most common amongst ...

An article published in the journal Brain, Behavior, and Immunity reports the findings of a study by researchers based in ...

What Are the Symptoms of Bronchitis? Your bronchial tubes, which carry air to your lungs, can get infected and swollen. When that happens, it’s called bronchitis. Symptoms of this condition ...

If you think you might have shingles, talk to your doctor as soon as possible. It is important to see your doctor no later than 3 days after the rash starts. The doctor will confirm whether or not ...

Women with breast cancer symptoms will be able to skip the GP ... the initiative aims to give women a diagnosis or all clear weeks faster without having to wait for multiple appointments.

The pilot will see women with ‘red flag symptoms’ being referred to breast diagnostic clinics without the need to see a GP first. It will launch in Somerset before being rolled out nationwide ...

The Atlanta Braves were eliminated from the postseason on Wednesday, dropping Game 2 to the San Diego Padres. The Braves, the final team to qualify for the playoffs, will now head home for the ...

A person with shingles experiences painful symptoms represented by a rash that lasts from a week to several weeks. He explained that about 20% of those affected by shingles suffer from long-term ...

Shingles, particularly asphalt shingles, are the most common material and are budget-friendly. Metal roofs are growing in popularity thanks to their durable and eco-friendly design but remain pricier.