Look TV: Zika Virus

With cold and flu season looming, it’s important to remember that washing your hands is still the gold standard against infectious diseases such as colds, the flu and even more serious diseases like COVID-19. But do you know the proper way to wash?

Spectrum News interviewed Arthur Gran, M.D., of Troy Infectious Disease, for its story on preventing the spread of COVID-19.

As a result of the declaration by the New York State Health Commissioner that the flu is now prevalent in communities, visitation guidelines are being implemented at several regional hospitals to further protect patients from influenza and other infectious diseases.