Infectious Disease Associates of Tampa Bay (IDATB) is excited to announce that four of our esteemed physicians have been honored with the renowned “Top Doctors 2023” award from Tampa Magazine. What makes this achievement even more significant is that these doctors have received this prestigious award in previous years as well. In May, Tampa Magazine asked more than 11,260 physicians…
A Floridian’s Guide to Staying Safe Introduction Meet Listeria monocytogenes, or Listeria for short. It’s a tricky little bacterium that causes a severe infection called Listeriosis. This infection is especially nasty for pregnant women, newborns, the elderly, and folks with weakened immune systems. Even though it’s relatively rare, Listeriosis has a high mortality rate, leading to about 1,600 cases and…
The Vital Facts Every Floridian Should Know Unveiling the Creepy Crawlies: Human Scabies and Skin Mites in Florida As a resident of the Sunshine State, you’re undoubtedly familiar with the vast biodiversity that Florida showcases, from its lush tropical forests to its sandy beaches. However, this biological diversity does not come without its own array of microscopic trespassers. Today, we’re…
Offering Newborns Protection Against a Severe Respiratory Virus Respiratory syncytial virus, often known simply as RSV, is an unchecked yet under-discussed pathogen that poses a significant health risk to our most vulnerable population: infants. Although seemingly harmless to many adults, this tiny virus can lead to severe disease in infants and the elderly, causing an alarmingly high rate of…
A closer look at Vibrio Vulnificus. Vibrio Vulnificus is a type of bacteria that can cause serious illness in people who consume contaminated seafood or have an open wound exposed to saltwater. This bacterium is commonly found in warm coastal waters, particularly in the Gulf of Mexico. It can significantly threaten human health, especially during the summer months. Vibrio…
Don’t let hepatitis go unnoticed: May is the perfect time to get tested and stay informed. Join the national efforts in Hepatitis Awareness Month 2023 and on May 19th for Hepatitis Testing Day and take control of your health. Find out how you can stay up-to-date on the latest information and resources to help prevent the spread of this disease.…
vide Navigating the complex requirements of U.S. immigration can be overwhelming, but don’t let the mandatory immigration medical exam add to your stress. Get a head start by discovering how you can prepare and what to expect during this crucial aspect of the immigration process. Are you in the midst of applying for a green card to live in the…
What is Zika Virus? Zika virus is an arthropod-borne (transmitted to humans via insect) disease that is primarily spread from the bite of an infected Aedes species mosquito. It can also be spread to partners via sex and from mother to baby via pregnancy. When infected, the Zika virus is primarily a threat to pregnant women since it is directly…
While the world has been focused on the COVID-19 pandemic for the past two years, tuberculosis still remains one of the world’s deadliest infectious diseases (ECDC). Let’s learn more about tuberculosis and how you can stay up to date with cases in Florida! As the world was reminded with COVID-19, airborne infectious diseases are extremely contagious and can be fatal…
