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The 2018 Centers for Disease Control and Prevention report shows about 28.9 million adults had sinus infections. This infection is also known as sinusitis, and many wonder if it is contagious. In this article, you will find answers to your question and many more helpful information. Whether or Not Sinus Infections Are Contagious  Sinus infections themselves are not contagious. They are usually caused by viruses, bacteria, or fungi already present in the body. However ...

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So you've been wondering - can a person really end up with pink eye in both eyes simultaneously? Yeah, having conjunctivitis in both your eyes is totally a thing. Let me explain. We've all had the classic symptoms of pink eye before - one eye is all red and irritated, itchy, teary, etc. And while that sucks, in your mind, you’re probably thinking, "at least it's just that one eye, no biggie." But ...

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From 2010 to 2022, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimated there were 9.4 million to 41 million flu illnesses every year. But there is an easy way to protect yourself — the flu shot. Studies show that the severity of the flu is significantly less if you catch the flu but are vaccinated. The CDC says the flu vaccine reduces the risk of seeing a doctor for the flu by 40% to ...

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If you have an STD but haven't been sexually active, you may have contracted it through sharing needles, tattoos/piercings, blood transfusions, or other means. Some STDs are asymptomatic but can lead to serious health consequences if left untreated. AFC urgent care clinics offer confidential STD testing and treatment.

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