Frontline spreads over a treated pet's body by a process called translocation. When Frontline is applied it gradually disperses by the pets natural oils, collecting in the oil glands in the pet's skin. Frontline is then wicked onto the hair over ... more

Dr. Rosen: We’re trying to put it into context, if you compare thyroid cancer that’s advanced to other types of cancers it’s incredibly slow growing, people can live with it for 10 to 20 years at a time. Tell that to someone who is 45 years old ... more

Yes. Three models for predicting ASR movement based on weather patterns, environmental conditions, and/or other parameters were developed and tested in 2005. Each have strengths and weaknesses, but performed reasonably well in their first year. ... more

Hand hygiene reduces transmission of pathogens and the incidence of health care-associated infections (HAIs). Studies dating back to 1847 have demonstrated that mortality rates of mothers who were assisted with childbirth by hospital staff who ... more

Evidence from prior outbreaks indicates that Ebola-Reston is highly transmissible by percutaneous exposure (injection) or by mucous membrane (eg., eye or respiratory tract) exposure to droplets of infected body fluids and tissues from infected ... more

Every situation is different and requires thoughtful review and analysis to gather facts and determine the sequence of what happened. It may take several weeks or several months, depending on the complexity of the system disturbance. ... more

ASR dispersal is highly dependent on environmental conditions and weather patterns. Enviromental conditions affect ASR spore production. Long-distance dispersal is dependent on wind patterns and weather conditions. Most spores from other rusts ... more

RSV is a highly contagious virus that can very easily be spread to other people. An infected person may spread germs to others by coughing, sneezing, or being in close contact with others. He may leave germs on objects such as beds, tables, cribs, ... more

• The person with pink eye must stay home from childcare, school and some types of work until he or she has had one full day (24 hours) of treatment. • Hands should be washed frequently and kept away from the eyes. • Wash your hands after touching ... more

The herpes II virus is spread during sexual contact with an infected person who is secreting the virus in fluids from lesions or mucous membranes. What are the symptoms of herpes II? Typically, the first signs of herpes II is a cluster of blister- ... more