Infection

Partha Nandi, MD
Long Island Farm Forced to Euthanize More Than 100,000 Ducks After Bird Flu Detected
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Long Island Farm Forced to Euthanize More Than 100,000 Ducks After Bird Flu Detected

ByPartha Nandi, MD

In the heart of Aquebogue, New York, a crisis quietly unfurls its wings at Crescent Duck Farm, marking a pivotal moment for Long Island’s famed duck farming legacy. This last commercial stronghold, a farm that has sustained the traditions of a once-booming industry, now faces an unprecedented challenge. An outbreak of bird flu, detected within its extensive…

Tuberculosis Returns as the World’s Deadliest Infection, Surpassing COVID-19 as a Global Health Threat
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Tuberculosis Returns as the World’s Deadliest Infection, Surpassing COVID-19 as a Global Health Threat

ByPartha Nandi, MD

While the world has been focused on the latest health crises and emerging diseases, an old but formidable enemy has quietly climbed its way back to the forefront of global health threats. This familiar disease, often overlooked in recent years, has now surpassed even COVID-19. What is this persistent threat that continues to claim lives…

Bird Flu in 50 States: What You Should Know About Egg and Poultry Safety
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Bird Flu in 50 States: What You Should Know About Egg and Poultry Safety

ByPartha Nandi, MD

As the bird flu outbreak continues to make headlines, many are wondering about the safety of their breakfast staples. Are eggs still safe to eat? What precautions should you take? This article dives into the latest updates on the bird flu’s spread across all 50 states and offers essential advice on how to safely purchase,…

Sepsis: Recognizing the Red Line, Signs, Symptoms, and At-Risk Populations
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Sepsis: Recognizing the Red Line, Signs, Symptoms, and At-Risk Populations

ByPartha Nandi, MD

Sepsis is a life-threatening condition that can rapidly progress if not diagnosed and treated promptly. An example of sepsis developing from a seemingly innocuous event is the story of Sienna, a four-year-old girl from South Wales who contracted the infection after trying on shoes without socks. While her case is rare, it highlights the importance…