A New Hampshire luxury resort is linked to two Legionnaires’ Disease cases, one of them deadly. What is it and are there things Connecticut residents should be thinking about when checking in to a hotel or rental property? We asked Dr. Browne about that. We also discussed masking protocols at health facilities and a new…
Several scientists are sounding the alarm after cases of an infection known as zombie deer disease have spread to 32 states. The deadly brain parasite, which is formally named chronic wasting disease, causes symptoms including loss of coordination, weight loss, lethargy, and uncontrolled drooling. The disease mainly infects deer, elk, and moose. U.S. officials started…
With the news of a new strain of Covid-19 starting to become more prevelent, Dr. Browne joined Melissa to talk about what to know and how to prepare for it. Image Credit: Getty Images
Flu cases are surging, especially in the south. A lot of Connecticut residents will travel south for the holidays or in the winter months. So, what do people need to do ahead of their travel plans? How important is testing? Do the tests expire? How accurate are they? Dr. Browne addresses all of that. Image…
Why are kids constantly sick this fall? In fact, why does it seem like we ALL have been constantly sick since September?? In a word: payback! Dr. Browne explains. Image Credit: Getty Images
Dr. Browne of Griffin Health called into Melissa in the Morning to talk about a variety of topics, starting off with the effects that the Canadian Wild Fires from earlier this year have had on some people, both short term and long term. Image Credit: Reuters
The Connecticut Department of Public Health confirmed the first deaths of influenza and RSV in the state for the 2023-24 season. Both people were in the 80’s according to DPH and officials are pushing people to get vaccinated. Dr. Browne of Griffin Health talks about how common this is for Connecticut and why you need…
We have warnings about an increase in Hepatitis C cases, fears of a yellow fever reemergence and cancer-causing chemicals in your hair products.Wow, we had a lot to catch up on with our infectious disease expert, Dr. Fred Browne of Griffin Health. Image Credit: Getty Images
Melissa In The Morning welcomed back Dr. Browne from Griffin Health to talk about some of the latest with the vaccines for COVID, The Flu and RSV, including a few listener questions. Image Credit: Getty Images
Mosquitoes infected with EEE have now been detected in six Connecticut towns. What does that mean for people outdoors trying to avoid mosquito bites? Dr. Browne talks about the impact of EEE. He also touched on decongestants. An FDA advisory panel says a decongestant found in popular over-the-counter cold medicines doesn’t work. The panel unanimously…