This week, a mother's struggle with C difficile during pregnancy, racial disparities in COVID-19 treatment, Supreme Court decision preserving access to HIV prevention, and more.

The company said it expects to have its updated mRNA-1273 (Spikevax) vaccine available for these eligible populations in the US for the next respiratory virus season.

Quality improvement initiative at Henry Ford Health demonstrates streamlined workflow, rapid prior authorization, and low patient copayments; highlights opportunities for enhanced pharmacist involvement and education.

DETECT Hep C trial shows nontargeted testing in emergency departments outperforms risk-based screening, yet treatment follow-through remains low.

Climate-driven changes and other drivers of the expanding geographic range of Ixodes ticks and Lyme disease are explored.

Gilead Sciences has partnered with the Global Fund to supply up to 2 million doses of its long-acting HIV prevention drug, lenacapavir, to low and lower-middle income countries.

This investigational two-drug regimen for treatment of adults with virologically suppressed HIV was given a Prescription Drug User Fee Act (PDUFA) date of April 28, 2026.

Sara Embry discusses her experience with the infection while pregnant and as a mother to young children as well as finding the Peggy Lillis Foundation to help her cope with the infection and subsequently work as a peer support volunteer for the organization.

Carl Schmid on the Supreme Court ruling, proposed CDC cuts, stigma, and why equitable PrEP access, including new long-acting options, depends on more than insurance.

A wearable health monitor synced with a smartphone app could enable remote detection of early SARS-CoV-2 infection.

Rebecca Bromley-Dulfano, MS, says expanding access to home testing and virtual care is key to closing racial gaps in treatment.

HIV+Hepatitis Policy Institute director discusses PrEP access, insurer compliance, and challenges ahead following the landmark decision.

Invivyd forms the SPEAR Study Group to evaluate pemivibart for Long COVID and post-vaccine syndrome, exploring monoclonal antibody treatment of spike protein.

Six health organizations and a physician challenge the legality of rescinded vaccine recommendations and dismissal of federal advisory members.

Grace Kulik, PT, DPT, discusses key risk factors and the role of inflammation, ART, and screening in preserving mobility among aging individuals with HIV.

The role of oral vancomycin in preventing recurrence of C difficile infection (CDI) in at-risk persons receiving systemic antibiotic for non-CDI infection remains unclear after randomized trial.

This week, Moderna’s mRNA-1010 flu vaccine showed strong phase 3 results, new research reveals that FMT may fail due to functional mismatches between donor microbes and the recipient’s gut, and more.

Significant short-term impact of MDA with dihydroartemisinin–piperaquine plus primaquine in a moderate-to-low transmission setting, highlighting the need for full seasonal coverage and community engagement to sustain gains.

In Part 2, Anna Seekatz, PhD and PhD candidate Sophie Millard highlight the need for precision microbial therapies tailored to host-specific gut environments.

Clemson University researchers Anna Seekatz, PhD, and PhD candidate Sophie Millard uncover how functional mismatches between donor microbes and recipient gut environments could limit the success of microbiome-based therapies.

A multicenter US study confirms that RBL is a safe and effective microbiota-based therapy with sustained remission in a high-risk, comorbid population.

Vaccine candidate demonstrates 26.6% higher relative efficacy in adults 50 and older, with strong protection across flu strains.

Findings from recent studies published in BMC Gastroenterology highlight practical diagnostic tools and novel therapeutic strategies to improve management of chronic hepatitis B.

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention report underscores need for improved surveillance, donor screening, and public awareness as rare WNV strain emerges and Powassan virus cases hit new high.

Several companies nationwide, with FDA oversight, recalled food products due to potential bacterial contamination, issuing consumer warnings to prevent foodborne illness.