Infectious Diseases
From the Journals
Big drop in U.S. cervical cancer rates, mortality in younger women
This analysis lines up with previous evidence from U.S. epidemiologic data.
Latest News
Pfizer COVID vaccine is 100% effective in adolescents: Study
The clinical trial researchers found no serious safety concerns while following patients for 6 months.
Latest News
Surveillance for measles is a victim of the COVID pandemic
Having a “cohort of children who have missed measles vaccine creates the reservoir of susceptibility that will provide the nidus for the next big...
News from the FDA/CDC
Children and COVID: New cases increase for third straight week
Pace of vaccinations remains steady in 5- to 11-year-olds.
Commentary
HCV screening in pregnancy: Reducing the risk for casualties in the quest for elimination
HCV screening during pregnancy, as currently recommended, provides no immediate benefit for the pregnant woman or the fetus/neonate, given that...
Latest News
Schools, pediatricians look to make up lost ground on non–COVID-19 vaccinations
Despite a rebound, immunization rates are still lower than in 2019, and disparities in rates between racial and economic groups, particularly for...
News
FDA authorizes COVID boosters for all U.S. adults
The CDC’s Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices will meet on Nov. 19 to review the science supporting a more widespread need for booster...
From the Journals
Mask-wearing cuts new COVID-19 cases by 53%, study says
Social distancing and handwashing were also effective at lowering the number of cases, but wearing masks was the most effective tool against the...
From the Journals
Growing evidence supports repurposing antidepressants to treat COVID-19
“We can’t tell if the drugs are causing these effects, but the statistical analysis is showing significant association,” said Dr. Marina Sirota....
From the Journals
Should you worry about picking up COVID or other infections from public bathrooms?
“What’s really important is to have good hand hygiene and proper maintenance and ventilation of washrooms.”
From the Journals
Second woman spontaneously clears HIV: ‘We think more are out there’