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Viral infections summary

Viral infections are caused by germs called viruses. These tiny organisms invade and damage the cells of the body. The symptoms you may notice when you have a viral infection are caused by this damage and your body fighting the virus. Common examples of viral infections include chickenpox and the common cold.

Viral infections

Viral fevers explained
What is hantavirus?
Bornholm disease
How long is someone infectious after a viral infection?
West Nile virus
Rabies
Hand, foot and mouth disease
Ebola virus disease
Polio
Cytomegalovirus (CMV)
Polio and post polio syndrome
Yellow fever
Glandular fever
What are the incubation periods for infections?
Zika virus
Tetanus
Dengue

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