VRE are germs that are resistant to certain antibiotics. Normally, VRE does not cause infections in healthy people. But in some cases, VRE can spread and cause infection. Here's what you need to know.
Every year in the United States, more people die from healthcare-associated infections than from breast cancer, car accidents and AIDS combined. Proper hand cleansing by everyone who comes in contact with a patient can lower the risk of getting a deadly infection.
Herpes keratitis is an infection of the cornea with the herpes simplex virus. It is a very serious disease, which can cause blindness if it isn't treated. Here's how to care for yourself at home.