Massachusetts Medical Society: Infectious Disease

Infectious Disease

Infectious Disease

Infectious diseases are illnesses caused by microorganisms such as viruses, bacteria, fungi or parasites which can be spread from person to person through contact with bodily fluids, by aerosols (through coughing and sneezing), or via a vector. The MMS provides the following infectious disease information and resources for physicians and patients.


Novel Coronavirus imageCoronavirus (COVID-19)

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RSVRespiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV)

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MpoxMpox (Formerly Monkepox)

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