Infectious Diseases Associates, PC

04/02/2021

We have just been approved by the PA DOH to administer the COVID 19 Vaccine. We are in the preliminary stages of planning. We will be vaccinating our patients first and filling in open spots with individuals who are in Healthcare, over 65 years of age, and those between 18-64 years of age with underlying medical conditions. As of April 19, 2021, everyone will be eligible to be vaccinated. Check our website to get current information on reserving an appointment.

12/18/2020

One of "Our" Heroes getting the Coronavirus Vaccination.

08/31/2020

Congratulations to Dr. Yakubov on his obtaining his Board Certification in Infectious Diseases.

08/31/2020

Call our office to schedule your Influenza Vaccination! We will begin go administer these October 1, 2020.

08/31/2020

Although, influenza vaccinations are being given at various pharmacies, influenza vaccines only provide immunity for 4-6 months. Influenza season doesn't end until mid-May. CDC recommends getting your influenza vaccination by the END of October.

06/17/2020

CDC guidelines for employers whose workers are returning include requiring masks, limiting use of public transit and elevators to reduce exposure, and prohibiting hugs, handshakes and fist-bumps. The agency also suggested replacing communal snacks, water coolers and coffee pots with prepacked, single-serve items, and erecting plastic partitions between desks closer than 6 feet apart.

06/17/2020

Health agencies have so far identified respiratory-droplet contact as the major mode of Covid-19 transmission. These large fluid droplets can transfer virus from one person to another if they land on the eyes, nose or mouth.

In order to prevent a second surge of COVID-19: It also means stressing physical distancing and masks, and reducing the number of gatherings in enclosed spaces.

Another factor is prolonged exposure. That’s generally defined as 15 minutes or more of unprotected contact with someone less than 6 feet away

06/17/2020

The major culprit in contracting COVID-19 is close-up, person-to-person interactions for extended periods. Crowded events, poorly ventilated areas and places where people are talking loudly—or singing, in one famous case—maximize the risk.

06/17/2020

Study Suggests Blood Type A Associated With Higher Risk of COVID-19. Additionally, Blood Type O has a significantly lower risk for the infection compared with non-O blood groups.

05/20/2020

05/20/2020

Donating Convalescent Plasma during this historic pandemic is truly giving the Gift of Life. To qualify, you MUST meet the following requirements:

You are at least 17 years old and weigh 110 lbs. Additional weight requirements apply for donors age 18 or younger.

In good health. You generally feel well, even if you're being treated for a chronic condition.

Have a prior, verified diagnosis of COVID-19, but are now symptom free and fully recovered from COVID-19.

05/20/2020

In coordination with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the American Red Cross is seeking people who are fully recovered from the new coronavirus to sign up to donate plasma to help current COVID-19 patients. People who have fully recovered from COVID-19 have antibodies in their plasma that can attack the virus.