The Flu is Always Just, “The Flu”

Image is from BBC.com If someone told you your risk of flu infection depends on when or where you are born, your first thought might be that of, “What a ridiculous statement.” You may wonder what that person is thinking. The flu is the flu every year, no...

The Flu is Always Just, "The Flu"

Image is from BBC.com If someone told you your risk of flu infection depends on when or where you are born, your first thought might be that of, “What a ridiculous statement.” You may wonder what that person is thinking. The flu is the flu every year, no...

What is Salmonella?

Image is from USDA Blog Every year one million people fall victim to the debilitating effects of salmonella. An invasive food-borne illness this rod-shaped bacterium causes an estimated 380 casualties annually. Identifying the source of salmonella plays a key role in...

Can Wildfire Smoke Affect Your Health?

Image is from MyFOX8.xom It seems as though there is always a story on the news about a wildfire breaking out and how difficult they are to contain. Most people think of wildfires and they think about the damage and destruction they can do to homes, vehicles, and...

Understanding Mental Illnesses

Image is from CDC Guide to Mental Illness Mental health refers to our psychological, social and emotional health. Mental health affects the way one thinks, feels and behaves. It is normal for our emotional well-being to change due to positive or negative life events....