Simple Blood-Based PCR Test Can Predict Progression to Tuberculosis
Study identifies and validates a simple PCR-based test from accessible blood samples that predicts TB in heterogeneous African populations with intermediate to high TB burdens.
All articles by Roxanne Nelson, BSN, RN
Synovial Fluid Cell Counts Do Not Accurately Differentiate Arthritis Types
Accurate and rapid diagnostics methods are needed to inform initial clinical decision making for patients with hip monoarthritis.
WHO Issues Position Paper for Typhoid Fever Vaccine
The World Health Organization recommends vaccination in cases of confirmed outbreaks of typhoid fever, although data on the use of vaccines in controlling outbreaks are very limited and research to assess the value of vaccination in these cases is strongly recommended.
MenACWY-TT Vaccine Can Be Effectively Coadministered With Routine Pediatric Immunizations
Study showed that DTPa-HBV-IPV/Hib and PHiD-CV coadministered with MenACWY-TT in infants and toddlers were immunogenic with an acceptable reactogenicity profile.
Long-Lasting Insecticidal Nets Improved Malaria Control Over Standard Methods
As a direct consequence of this trial, WHO revised its policy on long-lasting insecticidal nets in September, 2017, gave interim endorsement to pyrethroid-piperonyl butoxide nets as a new WHO class of vector control product.
Eplerenone May Improve Cardiovascular Disease Risk in HIV
Researchers investigated effects of eplerenone on insulin sensitivity, inflammatory indices, and other metabolic parameters in HIV.
Risk for Breakthrough Invasive Fungal Infections With Isavuconazole: More Data Needed
While isavuconazole is an important therapeutic option in the management of invasive fungal infections, the epidemiology and microbiology of breakthrough infections on this agent are not well understood.
Metabolic Syndrome Associated With Higher ALT Levels in Chronic Hepatitis B
Findings highlight the importance of screening for metabolic syndrome (MS) and the potential for MS to influence alanine aminotransferase and its interpretation in the context of HBV treatment decisions.
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