Worried about Salmonella? What you Need to Know!
Salmonella infection (salmonellosis) is a common bacterial disease that affects the intestinal tract. Salmonella bacteria typically live in animal and human intestines and are shed through stools (feces). Humans [...]
2025 Poster Symposium: Showcase Your Research!
The 2025 Poster Symposium is set to take place on Friday, April 4, 2025, at the Westchester Marriott in Tarrytown. This is a prime opportunity for Medical Students, Residents, [...]
Health Watch: 13 Common Illnesses that Peak in the Fall
Influenza (Flu). The flu season typically starts in the fall and peaks during the winter months. Influenza is highly contagious, but you can reduce your risk by getting a [...]
Is everyone up-to date on their whooping cough vaccinations?
Whooping cough (pertussis) is a highly contagious respiratory illness caused by the bacteria bordetella pertussis. It can last up to 10 weeks. According to the CDC, whooping cough is spreading [...]
CDC’s Vaccination Recommendations Fall 2024
The updated 2024–2025 COVID-19 and influenza recommendations are quite straightforward – everyone 6 months or older should get the updated COVID-19 vaccine and, in most cases, the flu vaccine, [...]
Free Covid-19 Test Kits Available Again
Yes, Covid-19 is surging again. The latest, highly contagious subvariants are driving infections, but new vaccines may help stem the tide of another wave — if people get immunized. [...]
