Pneumonia is an infection that affects one or both lungs, and can be caused by bacteria, virus or fungus.

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Kyle Busch’s family says the NASCAR superstar died after severe pneumonia progressed into sepsis, a dangerous condition that many people do not understand.

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Common types of colds include rhinovirus, coronaviruses, and human parainfluenza virus. Tests can determine the cause of your cold, but it's usually not necessary. Covering coughs and sneezes and ...

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The cough can last so long that pertussis is sometimes called the "100-day cough." It can also cause exhaustion and vomiting, which is one of the most common symptoms reported in adults. One study ...

Whooping cough, medically known as pertussis, is a highly contagious bacterial infection that affects the airways. It gets its common name from the “whoop” sound that some infected children make when ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Whooping cough, medically known as pertussis, is a highly contagious bacterial infection that affects the airways. It gets its ...

A hard-to-shift cough may be caused by a highly contagious bacterial infection of the lungs and airways thought to mainly affect children. Whooping cough, also known as pertussis, spreads easily and ...