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Germs: Bacteria, Viruses, Fungi, and Protozoa for Parents
Germs are the microscopic bacteria, viruses, fungi, and protozoa that can cause disease.
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Germs: Bacteria, Viruses, Fungi, and Protozoa for Teens
Germs are tiny organisms that can cause disease - and they're so small that they can creep into your system without you noticing. Find out how to protect yourself.
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Cystic Fibrosis (CF) Respiratory Screen: Sputum for Parents
Kids with cystic fibrosis (CF) often get lung and airway infections. A sputum CF respiratory screen or culture helps doctors detect, identify, and treat infection-causing bacteria or fungi.
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What Are Germs? for Kids
You know they can hurt you, but what are these invisible creatures? Find out in this article for kids.
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Blood Culture for Parents
A blood culture is a test that looks for germs (such as bacteria or fungi) in the blood.
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Athlete's Foot for Teens
Although the name athlete's foot sounds funny, if you have this skin infection, you're probably not laughing. The good news is that it is generally easy to treat.
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Ringworm for Parents
Ringworm is a type of fungal skin infection. The good news is that ringworm is easy to treat.
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Fighting Germs for Parents
Bacteria, viruses, fungi, and protozoa can cause disease. Here's how to help protect your family from germs.
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Athlete's Foot for Parents
Athlete's foot is a common fungal skin infection. It's generally easy to treat and prevent.
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Swimmer's Ear (Otitis Externa) for Parents
Swimmer's ear is an infection of the ear canal caused by many types of bacteria or fungi. Find out how to prevent it.