Sick Kid? How to Limit the Spread of Illness in Your Household
If one person is ill, everyone else doesn’t have to get sick.
Category: Infectious Diseases
The Pills to Fight COVID-19
Two newly FDA-authorized drugs have been shown to reduce severe disease.
Do You Have COVID-19 or a Sinus Infection?
If you’re not feeling well, get tested for COVID-19.
How Monoclonal Antibodies Help in the Fight Against COVID-19
This treatment offers hope for people infected with and exposed to the virus.
What We Know—And Don’t Know—About the Omicron Variant
The best way to protect yourself is to get a COVID-19 vaccine and wear a mask.
Why Herd Immunity Isn’t an Option for COVID-19
Experts explain that we can’t use it to handle the current pandemic.
Know the Difference Between Symptoms of Allergies, Cold, Flu and Co...
Only your doctor can tell you for sure, but it’s good to know what to look for.
Updates on COVID-19
UNC Health infectious diseases expert David Weber, MD, MPH, provides Coronavirus / COVID-19 background information and recommendations for the general population. The following topics are covered in this video: Which people face the greatest risk of illness from COVID-19 infection? Should people who are at greatest risk take certain precautions? Does social distancing help prevent…
What You Need to Know About Coronavirus
Read this quick explanation of the basics and how to protect yourself.
What to Expect This Flu Season
The 2019-2020 flu season has started out mild—so far—but a flu shot is still a must.
5 Things You Need to Know About Shingles
Find out if you need the vaccine to prevent this painful, burning rash.
Simple Steps to Reduce Your Flu Risk
Here’s how to avoid the spread of germs and protect others if you get sick.