Ever since the introduction of the measles virus vaccine in the early 1960s the transmission of measles virus among children in developed countries dropped precipitously. In the United States and Europe outbreaks of measles in the last 30 years or so have only been observed in imported cases or in relatively small populations of non-immunized … More World Measles Deaths Plummet With Continued Vaccination

When I began to write INVISIBLE THREAT, it started out as a thriller. I had a background in studying epidemics of childhood infections, however, and the need for vaccination of this vulnerable population quickly changed my focus. So the number one theme and discussion point should be:  To vaccinate or not vaccinate!! But there is … More Some Great Book Club Discussion Questions

Have you ever thought of the similarities between virus infection and hate. Think about it for a bit. The title of my book, Invisible Threat, should give a clue. Viruses are invisible to the naked eye and even regular laboratory microscopes. You can’t see them coming. Even when a person sneezes they could tell you, … More Hate and Viruses

My novel, Invisible Threat, takes you on a journey following two first generation Americans. One, the antagonist, Dr. Alan Mazer, takes a path toward destruction and terrorism with deadly viruses and vaccines. Dr. Nari Lee, one of protagonists, works with vaccines in the biotechnology industry to make the world a better place for children. In … More Pediatric Vaccine Recommendations

Even if you’ve received a vaccine it’s important to wear a mask in public, make sure you social distance, don’t congregate in large groups, and avoid indoor crowds. AND..From KCBS News 2/10/2021 Double Masking! The Centers for Disease Control and Preventionon Wednesday that what you’ve heard is true, two masks are indeed better than one … More Keep on Wearing Masks!!

A third virus surge is on in the U.S.    Winter is here and people are enclosed more often.  This gives SARS-CoV-2 a much better chance to spread among us. As several manufactures close in toward the end of their phase 3 (final phase) COVID-19 vaccine clinical trials, anticipation grows.   The FDA and its advisory board … More WILL VACCINES FOR SARS-CoV-2 SAVE THE DAY?