Judy Arbique
I graduated from Medical Laboratory Technology training in 1979 and since then obtained advanced recognition in clinical microbiology from the Canadian Society of Medical Laboratory Sciences (CSMLS), clinical laboratory scientist certification from the National Credentialing Agency (NCA), and an undergraduate degree in health sciences from Dalhousie University. My love for microbiology has grown exponentially through my years in the laboratory. My specialty areas include human bacteriology and parasitology, but my interests also extend to virology and mycology, infections in animals, and environmental microbiology.
I have participated in a number of research projects related to clinical bacteriology, have presented at international microbiology conferences, written for professional journals and trade journals, and have been active as an educator. Further details of my writing experience can be obtained by accessing my personal information on my website (I partner a company that provides customized training for healthcare professionals in laboratory related issues). ARO Website
To balance my nerdy laboratory attributes, I have a sensitive artsy side that finds me writing songs and performing them for whomever will listen.
I live in Halifax, Nova Scotia, and although I love being a Nova Scotian, look forward to opportunities to travel and appreciate new experiences.
I look forward to sharing my micro-curiosity with you, and encourage your questions and comments.
Latest Articles
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Oral Herpes Treatment & Prevention
Recurrent Herpes labialis (oral herpes) infections, also known as cold sores or fever blisters, are common worldwide among adolescents and adults.
Feb 7, 2008
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Oral Herpes Infections
About 60% of adults and adolescents have suffered primary oral herpes infection, and to 40% of those have recurrent infections.
Feb 7, 2008
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Herpes simplex Virus Infection
The herpes simplex viruses cause sores on the skin and mucous membranes around the mouth, nose, eye, genital tract and rectum.
Jan 20, 2008
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Herpes Infection and Reactivation
The herpes family of viruses enter a latent (silent) phase of infection following initial infection, but can be reactivated resulting in recurrent infection.
Jan 20, 2008
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Infections Caused by Herpes Virus
Herpes viruses are second only to influenza and cold viruses in causing human disease. Fifty to eighty percent of adolescents and adults have herpes infections.
Jan 20, 2008
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Chlamydia trachomatis Infection
Chlamydia is the most commonly reported bacterial sexually transmitted infection (STI) in North America. More than 2,000,000 people in the U.S. have Chlamydia infection.
Jan 7, 2008
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Chlamydiae Bacteria
The Chlamydia genus of bacteria consists of four unique species that cause a variety of disease including genital tract infections and respiratory tract infections.
Jan 7, 2008
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Pet-Related Infections
Infections that occur in animals and can be passed to humans are known as zoonotic diseases. Contact between humans and their pets results in millions of zoonotic infecti
Dec 24, 2007
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Malassezia globosa and Sebum
Dandruff is caused by the rapid release of skin cells observed as skin flakes on the scalp and on the shoulder areas where flakes of skin have fallen to.
Dec 18, 2007
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MRSA and School Transmission
There is considerable public concern that borders on hysteria on the increased risk of MRSA transmission at school, in the locker room, or on the sports field.
Dec 1, 2007
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