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infection

[in-fek-shuhn] / ɪnˈfɛk ʃən /


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New research from UVA Health explains how the body still manages to keep this infection under control.

From Science Daily

"We've been working closely to contain the infection, the spread, but also increase public knowledge and awareness," she said.

From BBC

That infection ate away at the cartilage in his knee, each scan showing it progressively deteriorating, reducing Deulofeu to the feeling of bone on bone.

From BBC

It says infection at birth is the most common way of having a lifelong infection, with 90% of infected newborns becoming chronic carriers.

From BBC

Soft cheeses made with such unpasteurized milk can run an infection risk from listeria bacteria, a special danger for pregnant women and newborns.

From Los Angeles Times