What can be done to avoid traveler’s diarrhea?Ask Hanna

Every year, an estimated 10 million international travelers are affected by traveler’s diarrhea (TD), a gastrointestinal disorder that causes loose stools and abdominal cramping. For Americans, the risk for developing TD is particularly high in the developing countries of Latin …

What is pinworm infection?Ask Hanna

I have recently answered a few questions about pinworm infections, so I thought this would make a good topic for our Health Tip this week.

What is a pinworm infection?
The pinworm is a parasitic worm which is in the …

What is food poisoning?Ask Hanna

This is the time of year when we like to picnic and cook and eat outside.  I thought we should talk about germs and illnesses that might come from food, especially if food is not cooked or stored correctly.

There …