disease prevention

Is there a vaccine for Chikungunya?

Is there a vaccine for Chikungunya?

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I heard that Chikungunya is breaking out in China, caused by the same striped mosquito that transmits dengue fever. Is there a vaccine yet? (Thuy Linh, 35, Quang Ninh)
Fear of dengue fever keeps residents indoors

Fear of dengue fever keeps residents indoors

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After contracting dengue fever from a mosquito bite at a cafe, 29-year-old Hong Anh now only wears long sleeves, avoids areas near water, and encourages her friends to take anti-mosquito measures.
Why do men get genital warts?

Why do men get genital warts?

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Unsafe sex, lack of screening, and not getting the HPV vaccine are key reasons why men contract genital warts, impacting their mental health and reproductive well-being.
Pet bites cause sleepless nights

Pet bites cause sleepless nights

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Thao Quynh, 24, a small grocery store owner in Vinh Long, lost sleep for several days after her pet dog, Phen, unexpectedly bit a customer.
Swollen parotid glands: A sign of mumps?

Swollen parotid glands: A sign of mumps?

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My 8-year-old son has swelling and pain in his right parotid gland and doesn't want to eat or drink. Is this a sign of mumps? (Hoang Khang, 40, Hai Phong)
Three illnesses mimic heart attack symptoms

Three illnesses mimic heart attack symptoms

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Early signs of a heart attack, such as fatigue and shortness of breath, are easily confused with the flu or pneumococcal pneumonia, requiring careful differentiation and early prevention.