This colorized electron microscope image shows avian influenza A virus (bird flu) particles, red/yellow, grown in cultured cells. (CDC, NIAID via AP)(AP / CDC, NIAID)

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, a new human case of avian influenza has been reported in the state of Missouri. And here in Idaho, we are seeing a rise in whooping cough.

Dr. David Pate, former CEO of St. Luke's Health System, joined Idaho Matters to talk more about these issues.