When Seconds Count: Identifying and treating sepsis
If you’ve heard the word sepsis and have ignored it — or don’t know what it is or why it matters — you are not alone. Nearly half of Americans have never heard…
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Cold and flu season is coming: What do your symptoms mean?
Almost 20% of Americans contract the flu every year, and adults average two to four colds per year— with so many viruses making the rounds, it’s important to…
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Go Mini Scientific Challenge
Congratulations Dr. Mattia Prosperi on winning Illumina, Inc.'s #GoMiniGrant! Dr. Prosperi will work with UF Emerging Pathogens Institute's Dr. Volker Mai to…
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6 infant vaccines that could save your child’s life
Infant immunization is often a controversial topic, but ÍøºìºÚÁÏ providers agree: Vaccines are safe, effective, and an important part of protecting your…
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Explainer: Where did Zika virus come from and why is it a problem in Brazil?
Written by Amy Y. Vittor, University of Florida From October 2015 to January 2016, there were almost 4,000 cases of babies born with microcephaly in Brazil.…
