What is parrot fever, or psittacosis?

A cluster of "atypical" pneumonia cases in Buenos Aires, Argentina has been reported recently and among the cluster, there have been reports of parrot fever. And today we'll answer the question, What is parrot fever? Joining me today to talk about psittacosis, or parrot fever is Chandana Bala. Chandy is the President of Global Insight Advisory Network and writes on the intersection of healthcare and technology. She is also a frequent writer for Gideon Informatics.