Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) is a common infection of the urinary system. It is almost always caused by bacteria, but can also be secondary to fungi or viruses. The urinary tract comprises the lower (the urethra and bladder) and the upper tract (the ureters and kidneys). Most UTI cases affect only the lower tract but […]

Leptospirosis is the most common zoonotic pathogen in the world, being endemic in tropical regions and prevalent after heavy rainfall and flooding. The disease is most notorious for being easily contracted with wildly varying levels of severity. The disease is caused by pathogenic spirochetes of the genus Leptospira, and is most commonly obtained through contact with […]

Did you know there are easier ways of improving your eye health? In observance of World Eyesight Day, it is time to be more informed about basic eye health.  The eyes are as sensitive as they are useful. They require constant care but give us the ability to see.  Many dangers await people who neglect […]

Have you ever heard that alcohol will give you liver disease?  With Oktoberfest and Halloween coming, alcohol consumption is sure to be a staple at every gathering. Alcohol plays a rather large part in human life, with every culture having its own specialty drink. Often called a social lubricant, it brings life to social events […]

What is Rabies? Rabies is a viral disease that is highly fatal, but easily preventable. It is a curable disease but is still a very common concern, particularly for people who have frequent exposure to animals. It attacks the nervous system and causes inflammation in the brain, more commonly known as encephalitis.     Myths […]