Feb 4, 2023 · Viruses. Viruses are bits of genetic information, either RNA or DNA, surrounded by protein. A virus needs a living host, such as a person, plant or animal. To spread, a virus gets …

Mar 5, 2024 · Viruses are responsible for causing many diseases, including: Common cold. Influenza. Measles. Chickenpox and shingles. Coronavirus disease 2019, also called COVID …

Jan 18, 2025 · Viruses. Viruses that can cause diarrhea include Norwalk virus, also known as norovirus, enteric adenoviruses, astrovirus, cytomegalovirus and viruses that cause hepatitis. …

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Apr 8, 2025 · Viruses. These microscopic germs are even smaller than bacteria. They cause many diseases, including the common cold, COVID-19 and HIV. Fungi. These cause many …

Jan 28, 2025 · Influenza viruses are constantly changing, with new strains appearing often. A person's first flu infection gives some long-term protection against similar strains of flu. But the …

Jan 18, 2022 · You're most likely to get viral gastroenteritis when you eat or drink contaminated food or water. You may also be likely to get gastroenteritis if you share utensils, towels or food …

Mar 15, 2024 · Although the exact reason Bell's palsy occurs isn't clear, it's often related to having a viral infection. Viruses that have been linked to Bell's palsy include viruses that cause: Cold …

Nov 4, 2023 · Can face masks help slow the spread of the virus that causes coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19)? Yes. When used with measures such as getting vaccinated, hand-washing …

A flu (influenza) pandemic occurs. The flu pandemic is caused by a new H1N1 flu strain. In New York, people with the flu are required to be isolated at home. In Chicago, movie theaters and …