Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease: What Is It? Symptoms, Risk Factors, Contagiousness—and Why It’s on the Rise in New York

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Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease: What Is It? Symptoms, Risk Factors, Contagiousness—and Why It’s on the Rise in New York

By: Janet Howard Hand, foot and mouth disease (HFMD) is a viral illness familiar to many parents and pediatricians—but that doesn’t make it harmless. Recently, healthcare providers in New York have observed a notable rise in HFMD cases, particularly in the spring and summer months. Here’s what you need to know: what HFMD is, how […]

HIV Understanding Its Impact on the Body and Effects on Children Born to HIV-Positive Parents

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HIV Understanding Its Impact on the Body and Effects on Children Born to HIV-Positive Parents

By Chris Tobias Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) is a chronic viral infection that targets the immune system, weakening its ability to fight infections and diseases. If left untreated, HIV can progress to Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome (AIDS), a life-threatening condition. Beyond its profound effects on the individual, HIV can also impact children born to parents with […]