Per CDC: Key points Typhoid fever and paratyphoid fever are life-threatening illnesses. Each of the illnesses is caused by a kind of Salmonella bacteria (germs). Most people in the United States with these illnesses were infected during international travel. You can find out if you need a typhoid fever vaccine at www.cdc.gov/travel. Symptoms Typhoid fever and paratyphoid fever have similar symptoms, including fever. The illnesses are life-threatening and people with symptoms

Per CDC: Key points People who eat raw or undercooked meat from certain animals can get trichinellosis. Trichinellosis is a rare disease in the United States, and the risk of getting it is low. Trichinellosis symptoms can be mistaken for flu symptoms. Cooking meat to safe temperatures prevents trichinellosis. Signs and symptoms The signs, symptoms, severity, and duration of trichinellosis can vary. Symptoms often start with Nausea Diarrhea Tiredness Fever Abdominal (belly) di

Per CDC: Key points Syphilis is a common sexually transmitted infection (STI) that can be cured. People who are sexually active can get syphilis. This fact sheet answers general questions about syphilis. What is syphilis? Syphilis is a sexually transmitted infection (STI) that can cause serious health problems without treatment. Infection develops in stages (primary, secondary, latent, and tertiary). Each stage can have different signs and symptoms. Babies can also get syphil

Per CDC: Here is some basic information to help protect yourself and those you love. Key points HIV is a virus that attacks the body's immune system. The only way to know if you have HIV is to get tested. There are many ways to prevent HIV, like using PrEP, PEP, condoms and never sharing needles. HIV treatment helps people live long, healthy lives and prevents HIV transmission. Overview HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) is a virus that attacks the body's immune system. Witho

Per CDC: Key points E. coli are bacteria found in many places like the intestines of people and animals. Most kinds of E. coli are harmless, but some can make you sick. This site focuses on the kinds of E. coli that cause diarrhea. Hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS) is very serious complication of Shiga toxin-producing E. coli (STEC) infection. It can lead to kidney failure, permanent health problems, and even death. Seek medical care immediately if you notice signs of HUS. Peop

Per CDC Key points Shigella are bacteria (germs) that cause diarrhea. The most common ways people get sick are from eating or drinking contaminated food or water and contact with someone who is sick or has recently been sick with Shigella infection. Shigella can also be spread during sexual activity with a sick person. Symptoms Symptoms usually start 1–2 days after infection and last 7 days. Most people with shigellosis experience: Diarrhea that can be bloody or prolonged (la