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Diabetes explained simply
Diabetes mellitus is a condition in which the body is unable to regulate blood sugar levels properly. There are two main types: type 1 and type 2. In type 1, the body cannot produce insulin. In type 2, the insulin does not work properly.
Explained simply: Measles
Measles is a highly contagious disease. It is caused by a virus. You get a fever, a cough and a rash. Measles can be dangerous. There is a vaccine against measles. The vaccine protects against the disease. In this text, we explain more about measles, including its symptoms, possible complications and how to protect yourself.
Told simply: TBE
TBE is a disease. TBE stands for tick-borne encephalitis. This disease is transmitted by ticks. If a tick is carrying the TBE virus, it can pass the disease on to humans. TBE can be dangerous. The disease can affect the brain and the nerves.