Flu season is here: Get vaccinated
If the long, hot summer wasn’t enough of a challenge – flu season is right around the corner. While getting vaccinated should remain a priority, there is now a compounding concern of COVID-19 returning with a recent rise in cases…
Ft. Bend County health department investigating after localized outbreak of Legionellosis
Luis Ostrosky, MD, spoke to KHOU-TV Channel 11 (external link) about the legionellosis outbreak in Fort Bend County and what residents should be aware of. The story also appeared online (external link).
Local Malaria Infection Reported in Texas
Luis Ostrosky, MD, spoke to Telemundo Houston Channel 47 about the first locally acquired case of malaria in the state. The interview appeared in the 4:30 (external link), 5 (external link), and 10 p.m (external link). shows.
Interim Recommendations for Diagnosing and Managing Suspected Fungal Meningitis Associated with Epidural Anesthesia Administered in Matamoros, Mexico
Luis Ostrosky, MD, was a part of the CDC’s Clinician Outreach and Communication Activity webinar (external link) to talk about recommendations for diagnosing and managing suspected fungal meningitis associated with epidural anesthesia administered in Matamoros, Mexico. His presentation starts at…
Warning for Patients Operated on in Matamoros, Mexico
Luis Ostrosky, MD, appeared on Telemundo Houston Channel 47 (external link) to talk about a fungal infection that could be linked to surgery.
Coronavirus FAQ: ‘Emergency’ over! Do we unmask and grin? Or adjust our worries?
Luis Ostrosky, MD, spoke to NPR (external link) about safety precautions now that the COVID-19 public health emergency has ended.
New Recommendations for Vaccination Against Covid-19
Luis Ostrosky, MD, spoke to Univision Houston Channel 45 (external link) about COVID-19 vaccination recommendations.
Long COVID could be to blame for your sleep issues. 3 tips for getting your nights back on track
Luis Ostrosky, MD, talked to Fortune about how long COVID can affect your sleep. Read the full story… (external link)
A deadly fungus with mysterious origins is raising alarms
Candidas auris, which is spreading around the world, is difficult to detect and even harder to treat. Here’s what we know about it so far, and who’s at risk. In 2009, a new fungus was found in Tokyo, swabbed from…
Long COVID–like symptoms can happen after the flu, too. Here’s how to prevent both
Flu or COVID, it may not matter—the post-viral illness you potentially wind up with could look pretty similar, according to new research released this week. Long COVID is a post-viral illness that occurs after infection with COVID. Also known as PASC,…