infection
Example Sentences
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An infection with Bundibugyo virus can occur when someone comes in contact with infected bats or primates, according to the WHO.
From MarketWatch • May 17, 2026
And tests to determine whether somebody has the infection do not appear to work well.
From BBC • May 17, 2026
In other words, cruise ships almost definitely pose a high risk for infection, but it’s hard to assess exactly what that risk looks like in practice.
From Slate • May 16, 2026
"Given the uncertainties and severity of the illness, there is concern about the scale of transmission in affected communities," the WHO said Friday as it prepared to airlift five tonnes of material including infection prevention gear from Kinshasa.
From Barron's • May 16, 2026
Doc Kelly just shook his head and laughed as he checked for infection.
From "Worth" by A. LaFaye
Vocabulary lists containing infection
“About Edward Jenner” from the Jenner Institute
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Life Science: Human Systems
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National Nurses Week: Medical Branches and Conditions
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