Don’t Panic, But Leprosy Might Be Endemic in Florida Now
Leprosy is probably best known as the disease that made people “unclean” in Biblical times, so it may seem surprising that the CDC published a report this week suggesting that…
What Is Marburg Virus (and How Much Should I Worry About It)?
Photo: Lauren Bilboe (Shutterstock) The World Health Organization recently met to discuss an outbreak of Marburg virus in Equatorial Guinea, in Africa. The virus is related to Ebola and has…
What to Know About the Deadly Mosquito-Borne Disease Showing Up in Arizona
Photo: Thammanoon Khamchalee (Shutterstock) An Arizona resident recently contracted the mosquito-borne disease known as dengue, and the dengue virus has been detected in mosquitoes in the area. Dengue, normally associated…
Where Can You Travel as a Tourist in Europe Right Now?
Photo: Catarina Belova (Shutterstock) The European Union has agreed to reopen its borders for vaccinated travelers later this summer, but confusingly, their guidance is not mandatory for member countries. As…
How to Get Your Vaccine Card Laminated for Free
Photo: M21Perfect (Shutterstock) Staples must have seen all the attention Krispy Kreme is getting for handing out free doughnuts to vaccinated people all year long—with proof via a valid vaccination…