Human Papillomavirus (HPV) is a nasty virus. Actually, it’s a group of 150+ different related viruses (called types or strains). Papilloma means wart. HPV can cause warts to appear in bumps–raised or flat, small or large–and sometimes in formations that can look cauliflower-like. These warts love to hang out in mucous-membrany areas such as the […]
WOW! I just discovered this new app from the Immunization Action Coalition. It’s called “The Vaccine Handbook“. It gives you all the latest journal articles straight to your device as well a vaccine handbook, questions and answers, and the vaccine schedule tables. I am so excited to be able to have access to all of […]
Antibiotics have been around since the 1920’s and play a huge role in the treatment of bacterial infections. But when used incorrectly, antibiotics can do more harm than good. Treating infections is becoming increasingly more difficult. The overuse and misuse of antibiotics can cause antibiotic resistance, which happens when the bacteria changes to survive antibiotics. This can promote […]
