Infected Mice Found in Pressed Grapes Leads to Oropharyngeal Tularemia Outbreak
In October 2016, 6 harvesters at a German vineyard fell ill after consuming pressed grapes contaminated with Francisella tularensis from infected mice.
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Oral, Single-Dose Antiviral Significantly Reduces Symptoms In High-Risk Influenza Patients
Genentech has announced that baloxavir marboxil met primary objective in the phase 3 CAPSTONE-2 study for individuals with a high risk of complications from influenza.
Urgent Care Prescribing Patterns Demonstrate a Need for Antibiotic Stewardship
New data indicate that urgent care centers prescribed antibiotics for 45.7% patients with respiratory infections associated with inappropriate antibiotic prescribing.
Venezuelan Crab Meat Tied to Vibrio Parahaemolyticus Outbreak in Multiple States
Initial investigations indicated crab meat is responsible for vibrosis infections that have sickened 12 individuals.
Influx of Cyclospora Cases Could Be Linked with McDonald's Salads
Over 100 individuals have been infected with Cyclospora across 2 states potentially stemming from salads sold at McDonalds restaurants.
NDM Bacteria Transmission Observed Between Dogs and Humans for First Time
Transmission of New Delhi-metallo- ß-lactamase producing multidrug-resistant ST167 E. coli observed between 2 Finnish dogs and 1 human in 2015.
Pertussis Vaccine Administered After 1995 Induces Weaker Recall Immune Response
A new study observed that the type of pertussis vaccine used to prime the immune system in childhood has a lasting effect on an individual’s future immune response.
HIV Vaccine Candidate Produces Robust Immune Response in Healthy Adults
An experimental HIV-1 vaccine regimen reportedly produced immune responses against HIV in humans and rhesus monkeys.
Multi-Country Outbreak of Listeria Monocytogenes Tied to Frozen Vegetables
Since 2015, there have been 47 reported cases of listeriosis across 5 countries in the European Union.
Leptospirosis Outbreak Declared in Metro Manila, Philippines
After 105 new cases of leptospirosis were reported in the Metro Manila area of the Philippines between June 10 and July 3, an outbreak was declared.
Hepatitis A Outbreaks Continue to Grow in Multiple States
Hepatitis A outbreaks that have been crippling states across the nation since March of 2017 continue to wreak havoc in several cities.
CDC Updates Recommendations of 3HP for Latent TB Infections
New CDC recommendations include the use of 3HP in children and individuals with LTBI who have HIV infection, including AIDS.
Ebola Outbreak Reportedly Contained Following Implementation of Vaccine
There have been no confirmed cases of Ebola in the Democratic Republic of the Congo since June 6.
From Mobile Technology to Predictive Markers, Finding New Ways to Accurately Diagnose Zika
Current research trends indicate a need for updated guidelines and new technology to differentiate between Zika and other mosquito-borne infections.
Average Interval Between HIV Tests is 1.4 Years in High-Risk Patients
A collection of survey data from 2006 through 2016 found that on average, higher-risk individuals get tested for HIV every 1.4 years.
Recalls That Should Be On Your Radar—Week of June 24, 2018
In case you missed them, we’ve compiled a list of the latest recalls posted this week.
Why Aren't High-Risk Patients Being Offered HIV Tests?
New study reports that many individuals with a higher risk for HIV are not being offered an HIV test by their health care provider.
Sepsis Resistance in Children May Provide Insights to Prevention Tactics
Researchers have uncovered key pathways that increase resiliency to sepsis in children.
Plazomicin Approved By FDA for Adults in Treatment of cUTI
The US Food and Drug Administration has approved plazomicin (ZEMDRI) for the treatment of complicated urinary infections (cUTI) in adults aged 18 and older.
Herpesvirus Could Potentially Be Linked to Alzheimer's Disease
Researchers have detected herpesviruses, HHV-6A and HHV-7, in the brains of patients diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease.
HPV Vaccine May Reduce Risk of Severe Dysplasia
The women who received the HPV vaccine showed lower rates of severe dysplasia which can lead to cervical cancer.
Antifungal Proves Potent Against New Strains of Candida & Aspergillus
SCY-078 has demonstrated potent activity against Aspergillus and Candida, recent data suggests.
Tdap Vaccine Administered During Pregnancy Reportedly Reduces Pertussis in Newborns
A UNC study suggests receiving the Tdap vaccine during pregnancy could close the gap of vulnerability to pertussis between birth and the first DTaP vaccination.
Two-Drug HIV Regimen May Control Virus in Treatment-Naive Patients
ViiV Healthcare study results suggest a 2-drug regimen may control HIV in treatment-naïve patients.
Multistate Outbreak of Cyclospora Connected to Pre-Packaged Vegetable Trays
The CDC and FDA are investigating a multistate outbreak of Cyclospora linked with vegetable trays produced by Del Monte Fresh Produce.
CDC Announces Multistate Salmonella Outbreak Linked With Kellogg's Honey Smacks Cereal
The CDC has linked Kellogg’s Honey Smacks Cereal with a multistate outbreak of Salmonella.
Parent Cleansing Reportedly Reduces Skin Infections in Infants
New study finds a decrease in S aureus infections in NICU following new guidelines for parent cleansing prior to skin-to-skin contact.
FDA Files Complaint Against Company Selling Unapproved Antiseptics Claiming to Prevent Infections
The FDA seeks a permanent injunction against a company selling unapproved hand sanitizers that claim to be effective against infections from several pathogens.
Hospital Room Items Left Off Cleaning List May Contain Dangerous Bacteria
A new study suggests updating items included on terminal cleaning checklists to decrease bacteria in patient rooms and prevent further infection.
Moxidectin Receives FDA Approval for Treatment of River Blindness
This is the first new treatment for river blindness approved by the US FDA in 20 years.