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High Antibody Covid-19 Vaccine Response During Pregnancy and Breastfeeding

A large study showed pregnant people have a robust antibody immune response after Covid-19 vaccination during pregnancy and lactation.

Meningitis and Encephalitis. Symptoms and Treatments

Infections and other disorders affecting the brain and spinal cord can activate the immune system, which leads to inflammation. These diseases, and the resulting inflammation, can produce a wide range of symptoms, including fever, headache, seizures, and changes in behavior or confusion

Getting Tested for HIV. What Women Need to Know.

Getting tested is the only way to find out if you have HIV. Early testing is important. If you have HIV, starting treatment early with today’s antiviral drugs may help you live decades longer and lower the risk of passing HIV to your partners.

HPV, Human Papillomavirus

HPV is a group of more than 200 related viruses, some of which are spread through vaginal, anal, or oral sex. Sexually transmitted HPV types fall into two groups, low risk and high risk