Infectious disease
Infectious diseases are caused by viruses, bacteria, fungi or parasites. These diseases can be transmitted through multiple sources, including insects, animals, food and water.
Long-term care for infectious diseases in Asheville, North Carolina
We provide a skilled diagnosis and advanced treatments to help you heal from infectious diseases.
Our expert team at Asheville Specialty Hospital understands the complexity of infectious disease care. Whether your condition is minor or serious, we'll provide you with skilled, compassionate care to help you heal.
Infectious diseases we treat
Our specialists treat a variety of conditions, including:
- Complex infections
- Fungal nail infections
- Giardiasis
- Hand, foot and mouth disease
- Hepatitis
- Pneumonia
- Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV)
- Salmonella
- Staph infection
- Strep throat
- Toxoplasmosis
- Whooping cough (pertussis)
Our infectious disease treatments and services
Infectious diseases require special prevention and treatments. Our staff brings the expertise needed to restore and maintain your health.
Prevention of infectious disease transmission
We use and recommend measures to prevent the spread of infectious diseases, including:
- Cleaning and disinfecting surfaces
- Hand washing
- Personal protective equipment
- Protective clothing
- Safe food handling
- Vaccines
Treatments for infectious disease
We administer effective treatments for infectious diseases, including:
- Antifungal medications
- Antimicrobial agents
- Antiparasitic medications
- Antiviral medications
- Infusion therapy
- Oral or intravenous antibiotics
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Our Infectious disease Locations