Infectious Diseases
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FDA approves Xofluza for treatment of influenza
News
Quadrivalent flu vaccine okayed for 6 months and up
The FDA’s extended indication also includes the trivalent version of Afluria.
From the Journals
Age, insurance type tied to delay in pediatric febrile UTI treatment
Longer delays in antimicrobial treatment can lead to renal scarring, which also is more likely with older age.
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Pay attention to kidney disease risk in people living with HIV
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Glucocorticoids plus tofacitinib may boost herpes zoster risk
Patients treated with concomitant glucocorticoids and tofacitinib for rheumatoid arthritis may be at significantly increased risk of herpes zoster...
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TB vaccine shows promise in previously infected
SAN FRANCISCO – A phase 2b trial shows efficacy in individuals previously exposed to TB, but only in those under 25 years.
Feature
Mysterious polio-like illness baffles medical experts while frightening parents
Acute flaccid myelitis affects the gray matter in the spinal cord, causing sudden muscle weakness and a loss of reflexes.
Opinion
How much more proof do you need?
Conference Coverage
Need blood STAT? Call for a drone
BOSTON – Autonomous unmanned aerial vehicles bring blood to remote hospitals in Africa, but a U.S.-based system will need to overcome significant...
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Group B strep: Short-course IV controls infant infection
Treatment with IV therapy for less time than currently recommended was effective for infants with GBS bacteremia.
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Treating cryptococcal meningitis in patients with HIV
One week of AmBd- and 5FC-based therapy, followed by fluconazole, appeared superior to other regimens for treating HIV-associated cryptococcal...