Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes

Tiny tool can play big role against tuberculosis, researcher finds

A tiny filter could have a big impact around the world in the fight against tuberculosis. Using the traditional microscope-based diagnosis method as a starting point, a University of Florida lung disease specialist and colleagues ...

Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes

Brain-eating amoeba rattles nerves in Louisiana

Bottled water sales have skyrocketed while officials try to pin down the source of a deadly amoeba found in the water supply of St. Bernard Parish, and some people worry about washing their faces in the shower.

Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes

5,000 cases of tropical parasite in Libya: ministry

At least 5,000 cases of a potentially deadly tropical disease have been registered in Libya in the past six months, the country's health ministry said Wednesday.

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