Health News Archives

CDC Links Infections With Swine Flu Deaths
Nearly a third of U.S. victims were also infected with pneumococcus or other bacteria, agency reports

Strep Throat May Have Led to Mozart’s Death
Reexamination of historical records points to an epidemic at the time

Group B Strep Screening Guidelines Sparing Newborns
More expectant moms being checked, treated so babies aren't infected, study finds

Newly Identified Compounds May Inhibit Strep Infection
Discovery shows promise for reducing bacterial growth

Diagnosing Strep Key to Curbing Rheumatic Heart Disease
Untreated, one throat strain can lead to damaging fever, physicians warn

Group B Strep Down Among Newborns, Up Among Adults
Study calls vaccination trials for mothers, new treatments for elderly a priority

Health Tip: Having a Throat Culture?
Here's what to expect

Scientists Engineer Protein That Could Battle Strep
California team's discovery may lead to a vaccine that wards off infections

Health Tip: Symptoms of Strep Throat
A serious infection that mustn't be ignored

Health Tip: About Strep Throat
Don't treat it lightly