Infectious Diseases

A pediatric infectious disease expert shares information on the Cicada variant, the latest COVID strain spreading in the U.S., and whether children are more at risk of infection.

An infectious disease expert explains how sepsis develops, why catching it early is critical, and the potential for AI to help diagnosis it.

An expert explains how a tick bite can cause a meat allergy and what to watch for if you’ve been bitten by the lone star tick.

Is polio still around and spreading? Two infectious disease experts share what to know about the virus and explain how to stay safe.

As reports of measles outbreaks in the U.S. continue, a pediatric infectious disease physician shares how to protect yourself from the virus and what to do if you’ve been exposed.

A primary care doctor explains what you need to know about the flu, and the best way to protect yourself.

A pediatric infectious diseases expert explains how parents can best treat a fever in young kids and when it’s time to seek care.

An expert answers frequently asked questions about vaccine safety and why it’s important to follow the recommended immunization schedule.

An expert explains how to protect yourself against the gastrointestinal viral illness and how to treat norovirus symptoms at home.

An infectious disease expert explains what causes food poisoning and how you can protect yourself from foodborne illnesses.