infectious disease Archives

The Critical Ingredient to the Success of Vaccination Programs

Bill Miller, MD - 2/22/2017 - 1

The success of vaccination programs depends on being familiar with the bitter lessons of our continuous struggle with epidemic infectious diseases.

What You Need to Know About Fall Allergies, Colds, and Flu

Gustavo Ferrer, MD - 10/22/2016 - 0

There are natural and over-the-counter alternatives to taking antibiotics (which are ineffective) for colds and flu.

Mosquito Repellents: Which Ones are Safe and Effective?

Patricia Salber, MD, MBA - 9/4/2016 - 0

In the age of Zika, knowing which insect repellents are safe and effective, is more important than ever. Here’s a quick review.

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Zika May Harm Adult Brains, Too

Patricia Salber, MD, MBA - 8/22/2016 - 3

A new study shows that Zika virus infects adult brain cells suggesting that the consequences of the infection may be far greater than previously thought.