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A study in Sweden finds administration of a probiotic formula in very premature infants was associated with 72% reduced risk of death or NEC.
The number of people ages 18 to 24 infected with Clostridioides difficile is increasing, and there’s a telltale symptom to watch for.
The largest-ever study on this topic systematically tested how 16 hypothetical social and environmental factors influence where outbreaks occur.
The state has reported 4 recent measles-associated deaths that the CDC hadn't listed on its dashboard.
The CDC has opened up the process for states to order free vaccines for children, nearly 1 month after the FDA approved updated COVID shots.
Minnesota is the nation’s hot spot for both commercial poultry and wild-bird detections.
There have now been 32 cases in 6 states, with 3 people hospitalized.
Older age, female sex, multiple underlying health conditions, and multiple COVID infections were also associated with persistent symptoms.
The researchers noted that the current evidence indicates that pregnant women should still take acetaminophen when indicated.
The response was one of the most resource-intensive in the United States since measles was eliminated in 2000.
Only 85% of identified case contacts are under follow-up.
Last year Los Angeles tracked a record number of typhus cases.
Although COVID-19 hospitalizations are climbing, the CDC has not yet announced when COVID shots for low-income kids will be available.
Researchers asked about a hypothetical vaccine that could cut the risk of dementia in half.
Greater awareness about harassment of public health officials and legislation against tactics like doxxing could help reduce the backlash.
All surveyed centers report shortages, which is altering treatment plans and interfering with research.
Cases have been identified in 4 states, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New York, and Pennsylvania.
Analysis of data from patients with hantavirus cardiopulmonary syndrome finds nearly 70% needed respiratory support.
Nearly 94% of children who died had at least one complex critical condition.
The vaccine targets Zaire strain of Ebola, but many hope there will be cross-protection against the Bundibugyo strain.
