How concerned should we be here in Idaho about … well ... fill in the blank: monkeypox, measles, shingles, malaria. Is it safe to travel internationally? Should I be worried about malaria in Idaho? How does monkeypox spread? Will the Adderall shortage affect my child's ADHD treatment? What’s the latest COVID-19 variant and is there a booster shot for that?
Every Wednesday, the Idaho Matters Doctors Roundtable with Dr. David Pate answers your question to keep all of us better prepared for public health crises in our community.
Have a question for our doctors roundtable? Email us: idahomatters@boisestate.edu.
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President Trump has nominated Dr. Casey Means as the next U.S. surgeon general. She's a wellness advocate and former surgeon who’s stirred up debate for her alternative views on health and medicine. -
For 65 years, the Ada County Medical Society has been recognizing doctors and medical professionals for their service and contribution to the community. Now, ACMS is diversifying that acknowledgment with a brand new award. -
Dr. David Pate has a special message for all the listeners of our Doctor Roundtable. -
More than 1,900 scientists are calling out the Trump administration, saying it’s waging an assault on science. -
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is facing widespread criticism following recent remarks describing autism as an “epidemic” and making controversial statements about the capabilities of people on the spectrum. -
Ivermectin will soon be sold over the counter in Idaho. -
Measles, invasive strep, medical debt and bird flu, those are our top health headlines today. -
Flu season is still in full swing and it's one of the deadliest we've seen in Idaho since 2018! -
The measles outbreak, which started in Texas in late January, is continuing to spread, with more than 300 cases reported across three states. -
The current legislative session has seen some notable bills regarding health in Idaho.
