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Debugging: How to avoid insect-borne diseases

May 22, 2018

The CDC reports that the number of Americans infected by insect-borne illnesses has more than tripled since 2004.

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Don’t add the flu to your holiday haul

November 22, 2017

While there is always a potential danger of contracting the flu, several measures can help protect you and your loved ones.

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Going viral: Why are fast-spreading viruses becoming so common?

September 27, 2016

While mechanisms of viruses are complex, the reasons behind their spread aren’t.

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Keep yourself flu-free and healthy this holiday season

December 23, 2014

OMRF scientists offer helpful tips to keep you flu-free this holiday season.

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OMRF doctor warns norovirus is easy to spread and hard to kill

February 13, 2013

Smart habits can help people avoid getting and passing on the illness.

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