infectious-disease physician

Are Colds Really Worse, or Are We All Just Weak Babies Now?

February 23, 2023 · Health

For the past few weeks, my daily existence has been scored by the melodies of late winter: the drip of melting ice, the soft rustling of freshly sprouted…

The Future of Monkeypox

November 28, 2022 · Health

The World Health Organization has recommended a new name for monkeypox, asking countries to forget the original term in favor of a new one, “mpox,” that scientists hope…