Health Outcomes After In-Utero Exposure to the 2009 Pandemic H1N1 Vaccine
There were no associations found between exposure to the 2009 pandemic H1N1 influenza vaccine during pregnancy and most 5-year pediatric outcomes.
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Viro-Immunologic Efficacy, Tolerability of Dolutegravir-Based Regimens for Acute HIV
Dolutegravir-based regimens in patients with acute HIV-1 infections who started ART early showed good viro-immunologic efficacy.
Imipenem, Cilastatin, Relebactam Combination Approved To Treat Complicated UTI, Intra-Abdominal Infections
The FDA has approved Recarbrio for the treatment of adult patients aged 18 years and older with complicated UTI.
Educational Handout May Increase Receipt of Pediatric Flu Shot
Providing an educational handout about influenza disease in the waiting room before a pediatric provider visit may increase receipt of child influenza vaccine.
Worldwide Decline in Measles and Rubella Genotypes
The variety of measles and rubella viral genotypes are on declining worldwide.
Comparative Accuracy of Tests to Detect Pulmonary Tuberculosis
In a review update, XpertMTB/RIF was found to be sensitive and specific for diagnosing pulmonary TB and rifampicin resistance which is consistent with the last review completed in 2014.
Factors Linked to Pneumococcal Vaccination Status in Type 2 Diabetes
Patients with diabetes are at higher risk for hospitalization and mortality because of pneumococcal infection; however, uptake of vaccination remains suboptimal.
Recommendations for Caring for Those Who Are Incapacitated and Unrepresented
Despite the challenge of decision making for unrepresented patients, few laws or professional organization policy statements offer a solution.
Congo Officials: First Ebola Case Confirmed in City of Goma
The first case of Ebola in the city of Goma has been confirmed, Democratic Republic of Congo officials said Sunday.
Effect of Daily vs Event-Driven PrEP on HIV and STI Incidence in MSM
The incidence of STIs was higher among men who are HIV negative and have sex with men using daily PrEP compared with those using event-driven PrEP.
Prevalence and Seasonality of Rotavirus Disease After Vaccine Introduction
Implementation of the rotavirus vaccination program has significantly reduced the prevalence of rotavirus disease and altered its seasonal patterns in the United States.
Characterization of Neurologic Manifestations in Zika Virus Infection
Neurologic manifestations associated with the Zika virus encompass a large group of clinical neurologic manifestations. Researchers found a modified Rankin scale score may help identify the risk for mechanical ventilation in certain patients with the virus.
Rabies Warning Issued for Walt Disney World Resort Area
A rabies warning was issued for Walt Disney World Resort and the surrounding area after a rabid cat scratched two employees.
Does Doxycycline Cause Tooth Discoloration in Younger Patients?
Short-term use of doxycycline in pediatric patients younger than 8 years old does not appear to discolor teeth or weaken tooth enamel.
Direct-Acting Antiviral Administration Is Feasible in Treatment of People Who Inject Drugs
In San Francisco, California, researchers found data that showed it was feasible to recruit patients who inject drugs for treatment of hepatitis C with ledipasvir-sofosbuvir for 8 weeks.
European Society of Gynecologic Oncology Supports HPV Vaccination for Children
Since vaccines against HPV were made available in Europe in 2006, they have been highly effective in preventing infection and disease by the vaccine types.
SNPs Associated With Long-Term Non-Progressors HIV Phenotype
Several single nucleotide polymorphisms located within the major histocompatibility complex region related to the long-term non-progressors phenotype were confirmed.
HIV Infection Increases Risk for Cardiovascular Disease and Stroke
Findings reinforce the importance of primary prevention of cardiovascular disease in people living with HIV.
CDC: Workplace Absenteeism High in 2017/2018 Flu Season
Workplace absenteeism during the high-severity 2017 to 2018 influenza season increased sharply in November and peaked in January.
Awareness, Use of PrEP Increasing Among Men Who Have Sex With Men
There has been a recent increase in the awareness and use of HIV PrEP among MSM.
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