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Researchers find no evidence of cytomegalovirus in tumor tissue

Finding highlights importance of preventing infection during pregnancy, researchers say

No higher rates of complications seen in babies when mom took these meds after 22 weeks of pregnancy

CMV associated with increased chances of metabolic syndrome in those of normal weight

Mouse study shows how infection crosses placenta to harm the fetus

Better treatments may translate into complacency, HIV experts say

Study of twins showed when someone is sleep-deprived, immune system weakens

Dry environment might alter how easily mosquito-borne virus is transmitted, researchers say

But cases of drug-resistant strains of AIDS virus are still rare, doctors say

Those handling rodents in breeding facilities in 2 states contracted Seoul virus, CDC reports

Findings might lead to more effective patient care, researchers suggest

Cold, dry air helps the virus stay airborne long enough to cause infections, researchers say

For starters, alcohol won't warm you up

Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is similar to a cold but can lead to complications that include pneumonia

More severe strain of virus circulating, but it's not too late to get vaccinated, health officials say