After the death of a champion NASCAR driver, UVA Health’s Dr. Taison Bell explains why early treatment for sepsis is critical.

The health authorities in Brazil are investigating a 37-year-old Ebola suspect in São Paulo. The person is from the Democratic Republic of Congo.

Consider sepsis an invisible threat. It kills about 350,000 Americans a year and may cause nearly one-fifth of deaths globally. But you won't find it on any "leading causes of death" lists.

Some vibrio infections can lead to necrotizing fasciitis, a serious form of bacterial infection commonly referred to as "flesh-eating" disease. People who get this serious form of vibrio infection may need intensive care or limb amputation.

Plus, who is at the highest risk of catching one.

The 'fleshing-eating' disease caused by the Vibrio vulnificus bacterium is expected to increase with rising oceanic temperatures.

A bladder infection is a type of urinary tract infection (UTI). Most UTIs affect the bladder, so you’re likely to experience burning when urinating, difficulty peeing, and pelvic bain above the pubic bone. Share on Pinterest Bladder infections are a form ...

A stomach illness which has spread to over 300 people in the Broome County jail has been identified as salmonella infection.

Blair Nalewaja says she experienced complications after her cosmetic nose surgery, including a dropped nasal tip and ongoing issues

Hantavirus spreads through contact with rodents and causes rare infectious diseases that can lead to kidney failure or a buildup of fluid in the lungs