HealthMap

06/01/2026

Today's is smallpox, which was named to differentiate from the "great pox" or syphilis. Learn more here:

The word "pox" indicated, during the late 15th century, a disease characterized by eruptive sores. When an outbreak of syphilis began in Europe during that time, it was called by many names, including the French term "la grosse verole" ("the great pox"), to distinguish it from smallpox, which was te...

06/01/2026

This disease was named for having smaller eruptive sores than syphilis. What is this disease called?

05/29/2026

Did you know one of the earliest believed treatments of syphilis was using herbal remedies, such as the guaiac tree to rid the disease through intense sweat and diarrhea?

05/25/2026

Today's is Salmonella. Learn more about this year's Salmonella outbreak in geckos here:

Learn about Salmonella outbreaks linked to geckos.

05/25/2026

Did you know that geckos and other reptiles can carry this germ in their droppings, even if they look healthy and clean?

05/22/2026

Did you know that the Jamestown Canyon Virus was named after being discovered in mosquitoes in Jamestown Canyon, Colorado?

05/18/2026

Today's is called swimmer's ear, or acute otitis externa. Learn more about it here: https://ow.ly/xxhz50YZMeP

Prevent swimmer's ear by learning how it happens, its symptoms and what steps to take to avoid it.

05/18/2026

What infection occurs in the outer ear canal? Hint: It shares the name with a common sport

05/15/2026

Did you know that tetanus can be caused by spore-forming bacteria that usually enter your body through broken skin or wounds?

05/11/2026

Today's is called Yersinia infection. Learn more about it here: https://ow.ly/Sv7R50YWB0I

Overview of symptoms, diagnosis & treatment, prevention, and treatment of Yersinia.