Amy Edwards MD
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Is Whooping Cough Becoming More Common?
Whooping cough is a respiratory illness caused by the bacteria Bordatella pertussis. Potentially life-threatening, it is largely preventable with vaccination. Yet cases are on the rise.
Walking Pneumonia on the Rise: What Parents Should Know
A respiratory infection that mostly affects adults and older children is now being seen more in children under 5.
Contagious Parvovirus B19 Is Spreading: What to Know
Human parvovirus, commonly called fifth disease or “slapped cheek” disease, usually doesn’t cause serious illness.
Should You Be Worried About Measles?
Measles cases are on the rise across the United States. And while the number of cases may be low, the risk of outbreaks is significant.
Why Aren’t More Older Adults Getting the RSV Vaccine?
RSV tends to be just as serious an illness as flu for older adults, yet not many people are aware of it.
The Truth About White Lung Pneumonia
Some media stories are suggesting that white lung pneumonia is a new virus, creating unnecessary concern. It’s not new and it’s usually very treatable.
A New Era of Protection Against RSV Is Here
As respiratory season approaches, several new options will help protect the most vulnerable from the highly infectious virus.
The Re-Emergence of Polio: What You Need to Know
The first U.S. case of polio in a decade and evidence of community spread in New York raises concerns about a disease most Americans have never had to think about.