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Reports: Paxlovid doesn't relieve adult long-COVID symptoms, prevent condition in youth

But one study tied the drug to less healthcare use and lower COVID severity in the acute phase among adolescents.

Mary Van Beusekom
Paxlovid tablets on box

Two new studies predict results of declining MMR uptake, restricting non-medical vaccine exemptions

A further 5% drop in coverage could substantially increase outbreak magnitudes in Texas, while restricting non–medical exemptions could increase US uptake.

Mary Van Beusekom
MMR vaccine vial

Fatal mpox case detailed in Maryland man with untreated HIV

… this hospitalization and initially deferred mpox medications," the authors said. "We empirically treated … this hospitalization and initially deferred mpox medications. Sixty days after his first lesions appeared, the …
Stephanie Soucheray
mpox virus

Risk of new type 2 diabetes in kids higher after COVID than other respiratory infections, data suggest

Similar results were seen in patients who were hospitalized or were overweight or obese.

Mary Van Beusekom
Boy checking his glucose levels

RSV vaccine prompts robust immune response in older recipients over 2 seasons

The vaccine had a similar favorable safety profile as a placebo.

Mary Van Beusekom
RSV

Iowa, Nebraska announce first measles cases

Iowa's patient is an unvaccinated adult, and Nebraska's is a vaccinated child who had not traveled outside the state.

Lisa Schnirring
measles torso

Report: Kids with severe RSV at higher risk for hospitalization than those with HMPV

Infants younger than 6 months are at 3 times the risk for admission.

Mary Van Beusekom
Mom holding hand of daughter in hospital

ASP Scan (Weekly) for Nov 22, 2019

…  strain is resistant. It also prioritizes the use of oral medications. The guideline recommends treatment with a …

ASP Scan (Weekly) for Sep 24, 2021

… (ESBL-E). To determine whether acid-suppressing medications are a risk factor for ESBL-E, the researchers …

Harlem Legionnaires' disease outbreak reaches 73 cases

Anyone in Central Harlem experiencing flu-like symptoms should seek medical care.

Stephanie Soucheray

Study: Delirium incidence rose among geriatric patients during pandemic

… discharge, the authors said. "Our finding that these medications were continued after discharge is concerning," they concluded. "Long-term use of these medications in older adults is associated with adverse …
Stephanie Soucheray
senior woman hospitalized

'Like gold': Patients cite reasons for nonprescription antibiotic use

… had worked for previous illnesses and over-the-counter medications weren't as effective. "When you're really sick, … did so because they trusted antibiotics, over-the-counter medications like ibuprofen weren't working, and because "I …
Chris Dall
Woman holding antibiotics

Cannabis use linked to worse COVID-19 outcomes

Cannabis use was significantly associated with increased risk of hospitalization.

Stephanie Soucheray
pot smoking

Study shows varied impact of flu in US, with up to 29,000 hospital cases in a season

The proportion admitted to the ICU ranged from 14% during 2021-22 to 22% during 2013-14. 

Stephanie Soucheray
flu in hospital

WHO calls for strong, well-coordinated response to antimicrobial resistance

The agency is calling for world leaders to take "decisive action" at next week's UN High-Level Meeting on AMR.

Chris Dall
WHO headquarters in Geneva, Switzerland

Immunologic study shows rebound of other viruses after COVID measures lifted

The authors show how a relatively small serosurveillance scheme could complement traditional surveillance, enhancing epidemic understanding and forecast modeling.

Lisa Schnirring
child blood test

Long COVID takes $1 trillion global economic toll each year, analysis suggests

Study looks at COVID’s impact on national economies, healthcare systems, labor markets, and quality of life.

Laine Bergeson
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Study: Higher veteran COVID death rate at community hospitals than at VA centers

… latest treatment guidelines, including use of antiviral medications, corticosteroids, and other anti-inflammatory medications for people with severe COVID-19," the researchers …
Mary Van Beusekom
Older man in hospital with COVID

FDA fast-tracks Staph aureus vaccine

The multivalent toxoid vaccine candidate from LimmaTech Biologics AG is designed to prevent skin and soft-tissue infections caused by Staphylococcus aureus.

Chris Dall

Lassa fever’s death toll in Nigeria climbs in 2025

The deaths are likely due to poor health-seeking behavior among patients who seek medical intervention too late.

Stephanie Soucheray

CEPI, AstraZeneca announce deal to develop novel antibody

The novel antibody could reduce costs and improve access to monoclonal antibody treatments.

Stephanie Soucheray
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Episode 201: The Twilight Zone of Immunization

In "The Twilight Zone of Immunization," Dr. Osterholm and Chris Dall discuss recent comments from CDC officials about measles, the US withdrawal from the WHO, and the latest mpox news. Dr. Osterholm also shares an update on this winter respiratory virus season and discusses the challenges that families are facing in accessing healthcare amid immigration enforcement surges in Minnesota.

Minnesota residents delay medical care for fear of encountering ICE (CIDRAP)

Press Release: CIDRAP launches new partnerships to support independent, evidence-based vaccine information (CIDRAP)

 

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Study: 81% of infants in ICU for RSV were previously healthy, born full-term

About a fourth (24%) of those receiving ICU treatment required invasive mechanical ventilation for a median of 6 days.

Mary Van Beusekom
Baby on ventilator

Nipah virus roadmap offers 'way to move the ball forward' on drugs, vaccines, tests

Researchers have raised concerns about the possibility of larger outbreaks if the virus takes hold in urban areas or if the virus becomes more transmissible to humans. 

Stephanie Soucheray
nipah virus particles

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