The researchers say placentas of pregnant women infected with SARS-CoV-2 should be examined after testing positive.
An FDA committee recommends approval of rezafungin for the treatment of candidemia and invasive candidiasis in adults.
In North America, flu levels are now at or below levels typically seen at this time of the year.
The tool tests human and animal healthcare professionals on their knowledge and awareness of antibiotic resistance.
The state will launch a pilot program to test wastewater for flu, hepatitis A, norovirus, and antimicrobial-resistance genes.
The study shows people with dementia faced continued challenges in care even after the acute phase of the pandemic.
The WHO and its partner organizations say the group will help guide countries in their efforts to monitor antimicrobial use and resistance.
Commercial turkey farms in Iowa and Virginia were hit, affecting almost 40,000 birds.
The deer was a 2-year-old doe harvested by a hunter in the northwestern part of the county.
Residents not up to date on recommended COVID-19 vaccines were at a 30% to 50% higher risk for infection.
A 5-year study of US hospital data illustrates trends in E coli and Klebsiella pneumoniae isolates carrying beta-lactamase antibiotic resistance genes.
Boosters lower the risk of death among adults more than 90% and increase protection against severe disease in children aged 5 to 11 years by 77%, new data reveal.
The NSABB endorses findings from two of its working groups, one on oversight of potential pandemic pathogens and the other on dual-use research of concern.
A meta-analysis finds that the risk of an antibiotic-resistant infection in patients colonized with drug-resistant bacteria is around 14%.
Despite PCR's higher sensitivity, frequent testing with rapid antigen tests can top their performance, a study of pro soccer players finds.
The study shows 32% of corpses in a Zambian morgue were positive for COVID-19, but only 10% of the individuals tested positive while alive.
The monthly proportion of hospitalizations tied to psychological issues spiked after the emergence of COVID-19 in the US but not in France.
At least 5 European countries are reporting an increase in invasive group A Streptococcus disease and scarlet fever.
Of 58 tattoo parlor customers, 21 (36%) became infected with the virus, and 9 were children.
All 3 Zaire Ebola vaccine strategies in 4 African nations prompted an antibody response at 14 days that persisted for a year.
Parents were 8 times more likely to have their child immunized when they perceived that the information they received on the vaccine was credible.
DR Congo is the only country to report more polio cases in the past week, according to the latest surveillance update.
The demand comes in anticipation of a COVID-19 surge in China amid looser public health restrictions.
Study finds limited healthcare capacity, especially in rural areas, hampered COVID-19 vaccination efforts.
Most nursing home outbreaks began with an infected staff member, according to a new government report.
