Immune blog
Immune blog
The Viral Triple Threat – What You Need to Know (Fall, 2023)
It’s time to think about your fall flu shot – but don’t stop there. The “Triple Threat” we’ve heard about has to do with the flu season beginning, the upswing in COVID cases and RSV (Respiratory Syncytial Virus) cases rising. Thankfully, we now have available vaccines for all three.
How the Immune System Works to Respond to a Vaccine (Summer, 2023)
To understand how vaccines work, we need to have a short and, hopefully, simplistic examination of the immune system. The medical world’s understanding of this very complex system is incomplete and continues to evolve. We will look at this amazing phenomenon in two parts.
Our Commitment to community health is greater than ever
We believe that youth sports and other activities that shape healthy minds and bodies, and health education that trains future medical professionals are important to a vibrant Fall River community.
Which COVID-19 Vaccine Should I Get?
The SARS CoV-2 virus (commonly called COVID-19) is a coronavirus that is sphere-shaped, contains only ribonucleic acid (RNA) and is covered by spikes that resemble a “corona” (Spanish for crown).
The Potential Pandemic on the Horizon And What It Means To You
You may have recently heard about the new Chinese swine flu that has the potential to become a pandemic virus and wondered, what is happening? Have we crossed over into some new territory? The short answer: No.
Government COVID-19 resources for older adults
COVID-19 is a novel disease requiring rapid responses and lifestyle changes on multiple fronts. Learn about government information and resources for the public below. Visit your state health department website for the latest coronavirus information, resources, and...
Fall River doctor on front line of covid fight home for Father’s Day
A partner of Southcoast Health Pulmonary Group, Dr. Daniel Sousa’s office is located here at Truesdale Health. One of the area’s leading health centers providing advanced medical support and counsel for patients during the COVID-19 pandemic, Truesdale Health has been...
The Best and Worst Methods For Treating Symptoms Of The Common Cold
Whether you’re a parent with school aged children, or work in a busy environment, where you generally have contact with lots of people, chances are you’ve picked up a cold or two along the way. You have an even better chance of catching a virus than you do a bacterial...
