viral infections

Pneumonia hospitalizations: Viral infections more common than bacterial, elderly face higher stroke and heart attack risk

Pneumonia is a leading cause of hospitalization and death among adults in the United States. When people think of pneumonia, they often associate it with bacteria, but it turns out that viruses are more often to blame. Unfortunately, neither viruses nor bacteria are detected in the majority of hospital patients, according to a study by ...click here to read more

Rotavirus infection, type 1 diabetes risk may be prevented using novel bacterial protein

Rotavirus infection and a type 1 diabetes risk may be prevented using novel bacterial protein. Research has shown that rotavirus infection – which is a common cause of diarrhea in children – increased the risk of type 1 diabetes in mice. The research highlights how rotavirus infection may contribute to autoimmune diseases and may offer ...click here to read more

Myalgia symptoms, muscle pain caused by excessive exertion, trauma, and viral infections

Myalgia symptoms and muscle pain caused by excessive exertion, trauma, and viral infections can be reduced by a healthy body weight, diet, and exercise. Myalgia is a common complaint among adults, and just about everyone will experience some level of muscle pain in their lives. But when muscle pain becomes a frequent occurrence and interrupts ...click here to read more