Ticks Pose an Increasing Health Risk
With no vaccines yet and limited treatment options, avoiding tick bites is our best bet in reducing the risk of tickborne illnesses.
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Infectious Diseases
Preventing and containing infectious diseases, such as HIV/AIDS, malaria, measles, COVID-19, and influenza
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Explore the latest public health research and insights about infectious diseases.
Infectious Diseases Faculty Experts
Looking for prominent public health experts in the field of infectious diseases? They’re here at the Bloomberg School of Public Health.
Professor
Molecular Microbiology and Immunology
George Dimopoulos, PhD, MBA, studies vector-borne diseases and how mosquitoes can be rendered incapable of transmitting human pathogens.
Professor
Molecular Microbiology and Immunology
Andy Pekosz, PhD, investigates the replication and disease potential of respiratory viruses including influenza, SARS-CoV-2 and other emerging viruses.