In the spring of 1495, a mysterious illness broke out, interrupting the Italian campaign of Charles VIII of France. The […] ...

Paleogenomics has finally solved a question that has puzzled researchers for decades: Where did syphilis come from?

The implications of this research are manifold. The study paints a grim picture of colonialism’s unintended consequences.

Syphilis first erupted in Europe in 1494 in a French army camp, a year after Columbus returned from a voyage to America. The ...

“Initially, syphilis usually manifests itself with a lesion called 'chancre,' which can appear on the penis, vulva, mouth or anus”. Later, “this lesion usually disappears with time, even ...

What are canker sores? If you’ve ever had one, you probably remember exactly how it feels. These sores are small, painful ulcers that can develop in your mouth for a variety of reasons.

Common tongue diseases and problems include canker sores, thrush, oral lichen planus, and tongue trauma. Other problems or conditions that can impact the tongue include tongue cancer, transient ...

Syphilis has four stages. On average, symptoms appear within three weeks of infection. This is referred to as the first stage. Sores may appear on the genitals, vagina, mouth/lips, or anus. As the ...

Copyright 2024 The Associated Press. All Rights Reserved. New York Giants quarterback Tommy DeVito (15) reacts after getting shaken up after a tackle during the ...

Daboll said. "He's like, 'Yeah, I'll be good. I'll be good. I'm a little sore.'" But DeVito said after Tuesday's walk-through he still wasn't sure if he could throw at full velocity yet.