It’s that time of the year again. Flu season. The flu vaccine is central to preventing infection and spread of the influenza virus.
Here are 5 reasons you should get your flu shot this year:
Well…maybe…for some people.
Alcohol is pervasive in our culture. Cocktails are synonymous with celebrations and holidays. A glass of wine can help us ease into the evening after a long day at work or calms us after a particularly difficult afternoon running errands with the kids.
Here is a round up of important and interesting medical stories in the news this week. Just click the links below for the full articles.
The CDC issued a travel advisory for a small community in Miami, Florida. A total of 14 people have been infected by Zika locally. Pregnant women and their partners are advised to avoid travel to the area.
Last summer, my husband and I were poring over Frommer’s books and travel blogs, planning our trip to South America. We couldn’t wait to explore the streets of Buenos Aires and the beaches of Uruguay. Our biggest concern was making sure we didn’t miss any of the must-see beaches, monuments, and restaurants. Not once did we give any thought to mosquitoes, DEET, or to a disease called Zika virus. Planning travel now is a different story.