When Adventure Meets Infectious Diseases

Let's Talk ID

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When Adventure Meets Infectious Diseases
Jun 06, 2026
Infectious Diseases Society of America (IDSA)

Paul Sax, MD, FIDSA sits down with comedy-writer, Mike Reiss, and his wife, Denise Reiss, to discuss a lifetime of travel experiences spanning more than 100 countries. From submarine dives and whale sharks to a hospitalization caused by Shigella, they recount remarkable adventures and the health risks that can emerge when exploring the world.