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Measles count climbs in Arizona-Utah, South Carolina outbreaks
Eight more cases were reported by the South Carolina Department of Public Health today.
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Eight more cases were reported by the South Carolina Department of Public Health today.
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November 13, 2025 at 3:44 PM
JID and @jpidsociety.bsky.social unite to explore neurovirulent pathogens across the human lifespan. Expert physician-scientist teams reveal pathogenic mechanisms and clinical insights for future intervention.
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November 13, 2025 at 3:44 PM
Nontuberculous mycobacterial disease, predominantly caused by Mycobacterium avium complex (MAC), is an emerging global health concern. In OFID, authors investigated mortality and causes of death among patients with MAC isolates. https://bit.ly/43fZlRD
Mortality and Causes of Death in Patients with Mycobacterium avium Complex Isolates through 28 years
This nationwide study of 2,027 Danish patients with MAC isolates (1991-2018) revealed declining mortality. Age, male sex, DMAC, and comorbidities were asso
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November 13, 2025 at 3:42 PM
Malaria in pregnancy causes adverse effects on the mother and fetus, requiring effective antimalarial treatment. In CID, authors examine the transplacental transfer of antimalarials to assess fetal safety and the risk of congenital malaria. https://bit.ly/4hSQGup
Transplacental Transfer of Lumefantrine, Mefloquine, and Piperaquine: A Comparison of Concentrations in Mothers, Neonates, and Cord Blood
AbstractBackground. Malaria in pregnancy causes adverse effects on the mother and fetus, requiring effective antimalarial treatment. Understanding the tran
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November 13, 2025 at 3:42 PM
New Research
Long-term consequences of monkeypox virus infection or modified vaccinia virus Ankara vaccination in Belgium (MPX-COHORT and POQS-FU-PLUS): a 24-month prospective and retrospective cohort study
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Long-term consequences of monkeypox virus infection or modified vaccinia virus Ankara vaccination in Belgium (MPX-COHORT and POQS-FU-PLUS): a 24-month prospective and retrospective cohort study
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Long-term consequences of monkeypox virus infection or modified vaccinia virus Ankara vaccination in Belgium (MPX-COHORT and POQS-FU-PLUS): a 24-month prospective and retrospective cohort study
Individuals previously infected with MPXV show strong and durable immunological memory
lasting up to 2 years after infection, in contrast to the less robust and shorter-lived
response observed after M...
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November 10, 2025 at 3:46 AM
Trial data highlight sustained protection from dengue vaccine
Findings from a phase 3 trial show Qdenga, Takeda's live-attenuated dengue vaccine, provided 61.2% vaccine efficacy against infection and 84.1% against hospitalization after 4.5 years.
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Findings from a phase 3 trial show Qdenga, Takeda's live-attenuated dengue vaccine, provided 61.2% vaccine efficacy against infection and 84.1% against hospitalization after 4.5 years.
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November 4, 2025 at 6:35 PM
Impact of discontinuation of contact precautions on healthcare-associated ESBL-producing Escherichia coli in a large tertiary care hospital: an interrupted time-series analysis
✅ Just Accepted
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✅ Just Accepted
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November 4, 2025 at 6:34 PM
Consequences of Delaying Surgical Intervention in Patients with Native Joint Septic Arthritis
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✅ Just Accepted
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Consequences of Delaying Surgical Intervention in Patients with Native Joint Septic Arthritis
AbstractBackground. Although recent guidance recommends early surgical debridement for native joint septic arthritis (NJSA), supporting data, particularly
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November 4, 2025 at 6:33 PM
C-reactive protein in TB meningitis: a viable biomarker for individualized care.
✅ Just Accepted
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✅ Just Accepted
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October 29, 2025 at 12:06 PM
Long-Term Effectiveness of Financial Incentives for Not Prescribing Unnecessary Antibiotics to Children With Acute Respiratory and Gastrointestinal Infections: Japan's Nationwide Quasi-Experimental Study
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Long-Term Effectiveness of Financial Incentives for Not Prescribing Unnecessary Antibiotics to Children With Acute Respiratory and Gastrointestinal Infections
A financial incentive to provide a rationale to not prescribe antibiotics to children with acute respiratory or gastrointestinal infections in Japan was as
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October 29, 2025 at 12:05 PM
A Rapid Test to Differentiate Viral from Bacterial Infections: Searching for the Holy Grail
✅ Just Accepted
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✅ Just Accepted
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October 29, 2025 at 12:05 PM
October 29, 2025 at 12:04 PM
Carbapenem-resistant organisms (CRO) are a type of antibiotic-resistant bacteria that threaten human health. In OFID, authors analyzed antimicrobial susceptibility data to characterize CRO prevalence among gram-negative cultured isolates from New York City dogs and cats. https://bit.ly/3KHLpth
Carbapenem-resistant Organisms in Companion Animals in New York City, 2019–2022
Abstract. Carbapenem-resistant organisms (CRO) are a type of antibiotic-resistant bacteria that threaten human health. CRO can infect or colonize dogs and
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October 15, 2025 at 2:46 PM
In children and adults with sore throat, IDSA Guidelines suggest using a clinical scoring system to determine who should be tested for Group A Streptococcal (GAS) Pharyngitis.
IDSA's Group A Streptococcal (GAS) Pharyngitis guidelines have been updated: https://bit.ly/4n8OWyj
IDSA's Group A Streptococcal (GAS) Pharyngitis guidelines have been updated: https://bit.ly/4n8OWyj
October 15, 2025 at 2:46 PM
"there is no question that GBS is a leading cause of disease and death in infants up to 3 months old. Worldwide, it sickens about 400,000 babies a year and kills at least 91,000"
A deep dive into group B strep vaccines - #MedSky + #ReproSky + #IDSky.
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A deep dive into group B strep vaccines - #MedSky + #ReproSky + #IDSky.
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Vaccine given during pregnancy could protect babies from an invisible killer
Shots target group B streptococcus, a little-known microbe that can cause stillbirths and life-threatening disease in infants
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October 12, 2025 at 3:28 PM
Japan has declared a nationwide flu epidemic after 4,030 cases were reported in just one week — up nearly 1,000 from the week before.
🏫 135 schools have closed with experts warning the virus is evolving and spreading faster than ever #BlueSky #MedSky #IDSky #SciSky #NewsSky #MedSky #NurseSky #EMSky
🏫 135 schools have closed with experts warning the virus is evolving and spreading faster than ever #BlueSky #MedSky #IDSky #SciSky #NewsSky #MedSky #NurseSky #EMSky
Nationwide epidemic declared in Japan as flu season hits early
The government has declared a nationwide flu epidemic, prompting calls for vaccinations and heightened vigilance.
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October 12, 2025 at 3:28 PM
In a national cohort of veterans, the 2024–2025 Covid-19 vaccine was linked to reduced risks of emergency department visits, hospitalizations, and deaths from Covid-19 across the overall cohort and in various subgroups. Full study results: nej.md/47anKdz
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October 12, 2025 at 3:27 PM
Antiretroviral Therapy Within 2 Years of HIV Acquisition Is Associated With Fewer Viral Blips: A Retrospective Analysis of More Than 20 Years of Data From the US Military HIV Natural History Study
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Antiretroviral Therapy Within 2 Years of HIV Acquisition Is Associated With Fewer Viral Blips: A Retrospective Analysis of More Than 20 Years of Data From the US Military HIV Natural History Study
Viral blips have been associated with larger reservoir size and slower decay. Earlier antiretroviral therapy (ART) initiation may decrease the risk of blips.
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October 12, 2025 at 3:26 PM
September 22, 2025 at 4:10 PM
I'm getting my updated vaccine next week. There is so much denial in the US about this situation! Thanks to Mike Hoerger PhD. #COVID #publichealth #vaccine
September 22, 2025 at 4:07 PM
VA study highlights unnecessary screening, treatment of asymptomatic bacteriuria
More than half of ASB cases at five VA outpatient sites were treated with antibiotics.
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More than half of ASB cases at five VA outpatient sites were treated with antibiotics.
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September 17, 2025 at 12:29 PM
Shigellosis is the most common cause of invasive bloody diarrhoea in children younger than 5 years.
The prevention of infection with vaccination & sanitation strategies remains a crucial step in reducing worldwide morbidity & mortality.
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The prevention of infection with vaccination & sanitation strategies remains a crucial step in reducing worldwide morbidity & mortality.
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September 17, 2025 at 12:28 PM
Multidrug-resistant yeast cases rising rapidly in Europe, survey shows
Data from a new survey show Candida auris, which can cause deadly invasive infections, is spreading rapidly in European hospitals.
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Data from a new survey show Candida auris, which can cause deadly invasive infections, is spreading rapidly in European hospitals.
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September 12, 2025 at 1:41 PM
Death from sub-acute sclerosing panencephalitis (SSPE) in a child in Los Angeles
SSPE is a rare sequel of #measles infection that appears years after the initial infection, and is uniformly fatal. So sorry for this family. As things are going on the US, we'll be seeing more of these cases.
SSPE is a rare sequel of #measles infection that appears years after the initial infection, and is uniformly fatal. So sorry for this family. As things are going on the US, we'll be seeing more of these cases.
Child dies from rare measles-related complication, LA County health officials say
Health officials reported the death of a Los Angeles County child from a complication of measles infection acquired during infancy.
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September 12, 2025 at 1:41 PM
The transition from AKI to CKD is not uncommon, making long-term damage & kidney function trajectories #PASC particularly concerning. Even mild AKI increases the risk of developing CKD.
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COVID 19 Causes Kidney Damage - Birmingham Doctor
COVID 19 Causes Kidney Damage Early signs of kidney involvement in patients with COVID-19 include abnormal kidney blood tests and high levels of protein in Urine Sutton Coldfield
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September 8, 2025 at 5:06 PM