‘Blue Marble Health’ explores global shift of neglected tropical diseases
There is often a belief that neglected tropical diseases mostly affect those who live in poverty-stricken countries. Dr. Peter Hotez, dean of the National School
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Tropical Medicine
Reforming the Veterans Health Administration: Still awaiting bold legislation
The Senate’s new omnibus bill, The Veterans First Act, will not significantly improve performance of the Veterans Health Administration (VHA). Without radical reform of VHA
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Has Zika transmission begun in the continental United States?
Is it possible that Zika has already entered Aedes aegypti mosquito populations within the continental United States and that people in the at-risk areas of
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Could the 2016 Summer Olympics be safer from Zika than we think?
There are major concerns about the risks of contracting the Zika virus during the 2016 Summer Olympics in Rio de Janeiro. Zika has become widespread
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Your Zika virus questions answered
As Zika continues to be a concern in Central and South America with the potential of gaining foothold in the United States, Dr. Peter Hotez,
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Dr. Peter Hotez shares his latest concerns about zika virus
On Friday the CDC issued travel advisories for pregnant women in the areas of Latin American and Caribbean region currently affected by zika virus infection.
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Zika virus: What does it mean for Texas and the Gulf Coast?
In the United States, the Gulf Coast, especially the Texas Gulf Coast, is vulnerable to the threat of arboviruses – viruses transmitted by insects. A
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Hotez: Chagas poses threat to Texas, Western Hemisphere
It has a funny name, but the kissing bug isn’t a laughing matter. The kissing bug (pictured below) is the source of Chagas disease, a
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Science and diplomacy: Cuba
When considering options for improving diplomatic relationships between conflicted countries, one of the most political-neutral methods to re-establish ties is through science and medicine. As
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Myths about autism and vaccine spacing
The vaccine debate seems to have recently moved in new direction, with many people questioning the timing of vaccines in children. This issue was raised
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