Discusses asthma, its causes and treatment, and emphasizes what can be done to maintain personal health and prevent asthma attacks.

Examines food poisoning and foodborne diseases, discussing their history, symptoms, effects, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention.

Discusses the history and symptoms of hepatitis; how it is spread, diagnosed, and treated; prevention; social effects; and possible future developments.

Discusses the history, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, prevention, and different kinds of cancer, as well as the possible impact of research on the future.

Describes the history, causes, prevention, and treatment of the common cold and flu, as well as the effects on people and society.

Presents an overview of a degenerative brain disease which alters personality, memory, thinking and behavior and, at present, has no cure.

Describes the workings of the heart and the circulatory system and the array of ailments that can affect them, discussing symptoms, diagnosis, prevention, and treatment.

Explores the history and symptoms of the Ebola virus, from how it was discovered to treatment options available. Addresses the media attention and social factors that may add to the fear and stigma related to this virus.