Infectious Diseases
Commentary
COVID-19 Is a Very Weird Virus
COVID may cause immune system dysfunction that puts patients at risk for autoimmunity.
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What’s Next for the World’s First HIV Vaccine?
Significant advances in protein nanoparticle science, mRNA technology, adjuvant development, and B-cell and antibody analyses may make new wave of...
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Doxy-PEP Cut STIs in San Francisco in Half
Prophylatic treatment used after sex reduced syphilis, gonorrhea, and chlamydia infections by almost two-thirds, according to new data.
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Midwife’s Fake Vaccinations Deserve Harsh Punishment: Ethicist
In a recent vaccine hesitancy instance, NY midwife gave 1500 kids homeopathic “medicine” rather than standard vaccines.
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Increased Risk of New Rheumatic Disease Follows COVID-19 Infection
While previous studies had identified a link between COVID-19 infection and greater risk of autoimmune disease, a new study is perhaps the largest...
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Oral Transmission of Chagas Disease Has Severe Effects
"A myth I would like to dispel is that Chagas disease is not being transmitted in the United States."
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Oral Herpes Tied to Double Dementia Risk in Older Adults
Past infection with HSV in older adults was linked to higher risk for developing dementia, study finds.
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Ebola Vaccine Saves Lives Even After Exposure
It is the only Ebola vaccine currently recommended for use during an epidemic.
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Florida’s Stance on Measles Upends Expert Guidance
Surgeon general Joseph Ladapo has advised parents to do whatever they think is best.
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Reduced-Dose Vaccines Protect Patients With HIV Against Mpox
The intradermal dose-saving vaccination is preferable to the subcutaneous route; patients with very low T cell counts may need a booster.
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Curbing Antibiotic Use Works
A joint effort by European disease control, food safety, and regulatory groups has reduced antibiotic-resistant bacteria, finds report.