24 Feb 2025
Polio was a devastating disease in the 20th century, leaving millions of children with lifelong physical disabilities. While vaccines have nearly eradicated polio in many parts of the world, surviving […]
Tennessee is being hit hard by a surge in flu cases, with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reporting the state’s activity as “very high.” The Tennessee Department […]
Dr. Casey
10 Feb 2025
In one of my most recent posts, I talked about the differences between the major viruses that have been affecting the U.S. this season (the “quademic,” as some have dubbed […]
Vaccine-preventable diseases are rising despite the widespread availability of a highly effective vaccine, showing a decline in vaccine confidence. Measles, once nearly eradicated in the U.S., is popping up in […]
Pregnancy triggers many changes within the body, and it’s key to stay healthy during this crucial time for both mother and baby. These changes temporarily make the body more susceptible […]
4 Feb 2025
As we enter February, a common sickness that surfaces around this time is mumps. This infection has been around for a long time, probably longer than you think, but its […]
