Infectious Diseases

As health officials race to contain an Ebola outbreak in Central Africa, an infectious disease expert explains why the Bundibugyo strain of Ebola is spreading, the symptoms and the risk of infection.

Two infectious disease physicians explain how ticks spread Lyme disease, the symptoms to watch for, and how to prevent and treat infections early so you can safely enjoy the outdoors. They also share information about the lone star tick and meat allergies.

An infectious disease expert explains how hantavirus spreads, who is most at risk, and the best ways to stay safe

Experts share the steps to take to protect yourself from tick bites and what to do if you’ve been bitten.

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

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 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.