The New Denial of Germ Theory Threatens Public HealthGerm Deniers Question How Much Microbes Cause Illness and Reject Infectious Disease Vaccines, Research, and Control Measures23h agoA response icon123h agoA response icon1
As measles outbreak grows in U.S., are clinics and doctors prepared?After decades of progress and the elimination of domestic transmission in 2000, measles is once again becoming a threat in the United…2d ago2d ago
How To Prevent Dementia: Why I Got the Shingles VaccineI recently reached the age when my primary care doctor recommended that I get the shingles vaccine. As a physician, I know shingles is a…May 13A response icon1May 13A response icon1
Cutting funds for public health labs endangers health. Here’s why.When Americans think of public health, they likely picture people giving vaccines or speaking at press conferences during a crisis. They…May 2May 2
Why Are So Many Disease Outbreaks Happening Right Now?Here are 5 powerful forces that are causing more rapid emergence and spread of infectious diseasesApr 22Apr 22
Federal HIV prevention efforts are being slashed — and the costs could be catastrophic.The U.S. could see rising infections and billions in additional costsApr 15Apr 15
A Surprising Infectious Disease Link to Gene Hackman’s DeathStudies show infections may trigger inflammation that worsens Alzheimer’sApr 10Apr 10
Bacterial Vaginosis: A New Understanding of TransmissionA new study found that treating male partners reduces BV recurrence by 63%Apr 7Apr 7
Should Babies Get the Measles Vaccine Before Age 1?Early doses are safe but still require two more shots, one at 1 year of age and the other at 4 to 6 yearsApr 7Apr 7
