Posts by Lori Diamond

Lori Diamond

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Lori has a day job that has nothing to do with infection control and prevention, but as a mother of 3 and a citizen of the world, she cares about protecting children and communities from the spread of infectious diseases. Lori brings the lay person's perspective to InfectionControl.tips, demystifying complex concepts and providing practical information and tips.

Gross Bugs with a Cute Name Moving North: Kissing Bugs &...

Updated: Thursday November 26, 2015 : 10:43 EST Abstract: There has been a recent surge in news related to Chagas Disease and the Kissing Bug, most...

Eat, Drink and Stay Healthy

Eat, Drink and Stay Healthy It's that time of year when the calendar fills up with banquets, potluck dinners, parties and big family celebrations. Food...

Antibiotic Stewardship: Protecting a Precious Resource

Penicillin, one of the world's first antibiotics, was discovered in 1928 by the British scientist, Sir Alexander Fleming.  It was further developed for medicinal...

Superbugs : A Primer

The introduction of antibiotics into modern healthcare has added years onto the average lifespan of humans in developed countries. However, the widespread use and...

Charlie Sheen confirms he is HIV – positive: What You Need...

In an interview on NBC's Today Show, the actor Charlie Sheen (best known for his role in the American television sitcom, Two and a...