Invasive Potential of Pneumococcal Serotypes Post-PCV13 Implementation
The aim of this study was to evaluate the invasive disease potential of non-PCV13 serotypes after implementation of this vaccine.
Pediatrics
HHS Authorizes Pharmacists to Administer Vaccines to Children
HHS issued the amendment in order to increase access to childhood vaccines and decrease the risk of vaccine-preventable disease outbreaks as children return to daycare and school.
Generic Version of Ciprodex Otic Suspension Now Available
The otic suspension is a combination of ciprofloxacin, a fluoroquinolone antibacterial and dexamethasone, a corticosteroid.
Benefits of FilmArray Meningitis/Encephalitis Panel in CNS Infection Management
Use of the FilmArray ME panel significantly reduced the treatment duration, length of hospital stay, and total hospital cost associated with pediatric CNS infection.
Sisunatovir Fast-Tracked for Serious RSV Infection
Sisunatovir is an orally administered RSV fusion inhibitor that binds to RSV-F protein on the viral surface inhibiting RSV replication.
Clinical Features and Outcomes Associated With Parainfluenza Virus-Associated Pneumonia
Researchers found limited clinical variability between PIV serotypes and substantial overlap in presenting signs and symptoms for PIV and other etiologies.
Young Children Have Higher Amounts of SARS-CoV-2 RNA
Young children with mild-to-moderate COVID-19 have higher amounts of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) viral RNA in their nasopharynx than older children and adults.
Teen HPV Vaccination Rates Suboptimal
Lack of parental intent to initiate and complete the human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine series for adolescents is a major public health concern.
Nirsevimab Injection Cuts RSV-Linked Infections in Preemies
Nirsevimab prevents respiratory syncytial virus (RSV)-associated lower respiratory tract infections in healthy preterm infants, while maternal RSV fusion (F) protein nanoparticle vaccination did not meet the prespecified criterion for efficacy.
GII.4 Genotype Most Common in Sporadic Pediatric Acute Gastroenteritis
Children with GII.4 type norovirus had more severe symptoms and required more medical care.
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