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Hospital Infections Health Center

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In the United States, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates that roughly 1.7 million hospital-associated infections, from all types of bacteria combined, cause or contribute to 99,000 deaths each year.

Traveling abroad exposes you to new cultures, but it can also expose you to a host of new viruses, bacteria and parasites that can make you very sick. Learn more about how to prevent health care associated and community acquired infections.

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How to Prevent Getting Sick when Traveling Abroad
Traveling abroad exposes you to new cultures, but it can also expose you to a host of new viruses, bacteria and parasites that can make you very sick. Joining host...
by Patient Power | 03/05/2009
MRSA: How Safe are You?
Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus (MRSA), also known as staph infection or ‘Superbug,’ has been a constant topic of discussion in the news. How common are MRSA infections? Are these infections treatable?...
by Patient Power | 01/14/2009