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California is seeing a spike in cases valley fever — an illness spread by fungal spores. Researchers speculate the rise is tied to patterns of drought and precipitation.

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For some women it may recur with every menstruation, Helena Strevens continues. The vaginal discharge for women with BV includes pathogenic bacteria, making it richer and foul-smelling. The shame ...

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