Brandon Dionne

Will your old measles shot protect you from new outbreaks?

Public health officials are warning people about the danger of remaining unvaccinated against measles as the number of cases so far this year has surpassed the caseload for 2023.

Will the new vaccines prevent Lyme disease? And when will they be available? 

Cases of Lyme disease are exploding across the United States, but don’t expect a magic bullet against the tick-borne illness to arrive any time soon.

Will fall’s COVID vaccine protect against the emerging Pirola variant? When should I get the shot?

Northeastern health experts suggest waiting until October to be boosted.

What you need to know about ‘walking pneumonia.’ Experts explain how your cough could be this persistent illness

What is HMPV, the cold-like virus circulating in China?

There’s only one syphilis medication for pregnant people. And the supply is running out. What can the government do to help?

Pregnant people and unborn babies are still at risk of not receiving syphilis treatment as shortage of the only safe medication continues.

Should you take the new RSV vaccine separately from the COVID and flu shots?

A new RSV vaccine for those 60 and older is now available at pharmacies along with an updated COVID-19 vaccine and seasonal flu shots.

Norovirus cases are on the rise. How can you prevent and recover from the stomach bug?

Is the updated COVID vaccine a good match for the current variant and the emerging strain?

Is it safe to split adult medications in half for children?

With pediatric pain and fever medications in short supply, many parents are eyeing their bottles of adult acetaminophen with an eye on cutting down the dosage for their children.