Infectious Diseases
News
Likely cause of mysterious hepatitis outbreak in children identified
The study’s key messages for parents and health care providers “are awareness and reassurance,” Dr. Balistreri said in an interview.
News
Deadly bacteria in recalled eye drops can spread person-to-person
“It’s very hard to get rid of.” The bacteria cling to sink drains, water faucets, and other moist places.
News
High-dose prophylactic anticoagulation benefits patients with COVID-19 pneumonia
Previous studies of anticoagulation strategies for noncritically ill and critically ill patients with COVID-19 pneumonia have shown contrasting...
News
Expert shares her tips for diagnosing, treating onychomycosis
“We need to be antifungal stewards, because resistant dermatophytes are coming,” Dr. Boni E. Elewski said.
Commentary
Celebrity death finally solved – with locks of hair
Case: A 56-year-old musician presents with diffuse abdominal pain, cramping, and jaundice. His medical history is notable for years of diffuse...
News from the FDA/CDC
Cases of potentially deadly fungus jump 200%: CDC
People in hospitals and nursing homes are at a heightened risk because they might have weakened immune systems or be using invasive medical...
Commentary
COVID can mimic prostate cancer symptoms
“I had none of those previously reported experiences that could suddenly trigger a spike in PSA.”
Opinion
COVID-19 vaccinations lag in youngest children
As of March 1, 2023, only 8% of children under 2 years and 10.5% of children ages 2-4 years have initiated a COVID vaccine series.
News
NOVIDs: Do some have the genes to dodge COVID?
Some in the U.S. have apparently managed to avoid the virus, data suggest.
News from the FDA/CDC
Children and COVID: A look back as the fourth year begins
Incidence measures continue to decline after the winter without a tripledemic.