Understanding Immunotherapy

Immunotherapy also known as biologic therapy is a type of treatment that induces or enhances the body’s immune system instead of using medicines. This process is usually done to treat cancer by stimulating the immune system to become more active in attacking cancer...

What is Human Metapneumovirus?

There are always several viruses to worry about during flu season, not the least of which is influenza. However, that’s not the only nasty bug of which you need to be aware. Another virus to watch out for is the human metapneumovirus, or HMPV. This virus is one of...

Signs of Glaucoma

Glaucoma is the term used to describe a group of eye disorders which will eventually cause blindness. There are two common types of glaucoma: open-angle and acute angle-closure. Both types have their own unique symptoms. Both types cause irreversible damage which can...

Understanding Parainfluenza Viruses

Human parainfluenza viruses (HPIVs) are respiratory illnesses that can affect children and older individuals. Young children and adults with compromised immune systems may also be at higher risk of developing one of the four different types of human para influenza...