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Protecting Your Health

Learn how we are caring for you and keeping you safe from infectious diseases in the hospital More >>

How Can You Prevent Infection?
Here are some steps you can take More >>

Are You Traveling Abroad?
We can help you prepare by getting the proper immunizations and vaccinations More >>

How Are We Prepared for Disasters?
We’ve established plans to respond to any type of disaster, including bioterrorism, public health threats like avian flu and more More >>

Do You Have a Flu Shot?
We offer free flu shots during the fall to ensure you are well protected More >>

Children and Vaccines
Find out what’s new and recommended regarding childhood vaccinations More >>

Learn More About Infectious Diseases
These articles will help you learn more about protecting yourself from toxic shock syndrome, Lyme disease, flu and more More >>

Quality Results
See how our care compares to other hospitals in Pennsylvania and nationwide. More >>

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Infectious Diseases

Ask Our Expert
Q: I've heard that an increasing number of older adults are being admitted to hospitals with pneumonia. What is pneumonia and how dangerous is it for older adults?
A: Pneumonia is a common and serious illness. It often begins with cold symptoms. A few days later, the person develops fever, chills, difficulty breathing and worsening cough. Older patients may not have all of these symptoms, but instead have confusion, dizziness, incontinence and/or a decreased appetite.

Health in the News
Antibiotics May Trigger Intestinal Disease
This bacterial infection causes minor symptoms in some people and serious diseases in others

Current Research
Click here to learn more about the research currently being conducted at LVH for Infectious Diseases/Immunology





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