19 Jan 2025
The 2025 flu season is off to a concerning start. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reported 11 new pediatric deaths in the week ending January 11. This […]
It’s a rise that the United States hasn’t seen in decades. Pertussis, more commonly known as whooping cough, is under the watchful eye of health officials following a rise in […]
Dr. Casey
14 Jan 2025
I have talked at length about the benefits of vaccines, with the most obvious benefit being the prevention of disease. I have touched on immunizations for several different diseases, too, […]
I don’t know about you, but it seems like everyone I know either has some kind of cold or “bug,” or is just getting over one. Truth be told, I’m […]
Measles, a disease once declared eradicated in the United States in 2000, is making a troubling comeback. This highly contagious illness, which poses significant risks to children, is on the […]
7 Jan 2025
As 2025 begins, several infectious diseases, both familiar and emerging, could challenge families. Declining vaccination rates are creating conditions that result in the reemergence of certain diseases. While a new […]
