January 11, 2013
A sure way to make you more diligent about washing your hands is to read a little coverage on what’s turning out to be the worst flu season in recent memory. A lucky few of us, however, have defenses that go beyond trusty soap and water — our genes. Approximately 30 percent of people with European [...]
November 3, 2009
The “stomach flu” isn’t really the flu at all. It’s actually viral gastroenteritis, and its most common cause is a group of viruses called noroviruses. No matter what you call it, the illness is highly contagious and very unpleasant — symptoms include abdominal pain, vomiting, and diarrhea. In close [...]
