Rabies-infected organs cause concern for those close to recipients
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and local health agencies are working to make sure recipients of organs from a rabies-infected donor are rabies free.
View ArticleIn the News: Gainesville drug suspects may be tied to Ocala burglary, Pandas...
Police probe whether stolen gun ties Gainesville drug suspects to Ocala burglary – After a drug arrest early Sunday in Gainesville, Ocala police detectives are investigating a stolen gun found with the...
View ArticleFlorida, National Lyme Disease Symptoms Misdiagnosed At Alarming Rate
The Center for Disease Control reported about 300,000 cases of Lyme disease in the past year. With doctors misdiagnosing patients and the lack of awareness of the disease, the risk factor for untreated...
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‘The More The Better': Flu Vaccines Now Cover Fourth Influenza Strain
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention stated this year's flu vaccine will help protect against a second strain of influenza B.
View ArticleShands Prepares Plan In Case Ebola Symptoms Present Themselves
Since the CDC confirmed the first case of the Ebola virus in the United States, the University of Florida Health Shands Hospital is taking measures to ready doctors and staff for potential patients who...
View ArticleCDC Creates Stricter Guidelines For Treatment Of Ebola Patients
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention have created stricter guidelines for the treatment of Ebola patients. The new guidelines address training and hands-on experience, preventing skin...
View ArticleIn The News: Washington School Shooting Victim Dies, Gov. Scott Awards...
Washington school shooting claims another victim – One of four people shot when a gunman opened fire in a Washington high school cafeteria has died, bringing the death toll to two people. The shooter...
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First Case Of Enterovirus D-68 Confirmed In Alachua County
Alachua County child was diagnosed with enterovirus D-68, a flu-like disease that has no vaccine or treatment. The CDC said there have been more reported cases this year than ever before.
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Alachua Fire Rescue Upgrades Ambulance Routers for Enhanced Patient Care
With help from area hospitals, Alachua County Fire Rescue has upgraded the wireless routers inside their ambulances, which transmit patient information to the hospital prior to their arrival.
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Florida Bill Would Ban Smoking In Cars With Children Inside
A proposed bill that would ban smoking in cars with children under 13 inside will be voted on in the upcoming legislative session. Florida drivers would be subject to a non-moving violation beginning...
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CDC Hopes This Year’s Flu Shots Will Be More Effective
Experts predict that this year's flu shot will be more effective at combatting the flu strain than in year's past. They recommend visiting clinics or local drug stores to get vaccinated in early...
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Rise in Mosquito Population Raises Concern for Transmitted Virus
A recent rise in the mosquito population in Gainesville has raised concern for Eastern Equine Encephalitis virus (EEEV), a virus that is transmitted through mosquito bites. Though a human case has not...
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