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UNC’s Sarah Rutstein, MD, PhD, discusses her research uncovering the inability of some people to receive HIV prevention medication in both the US and Africa and strategies to address it.

New authorization limits shots to adults ≥65 and individuals with underlying health conditions, with ACIP set to review guidance and insurance coverage implications.

C difficile remains a major healthcare-associated infection. Despite clear guidelines, hand hygiene compliance often falls short, creating gaps between policy and practice. A case study from a hospital showed that after implementing an electronic hand hygiene monitoring system with behavior prompts, compliance improved.

CDC encourages travelers to take enhanced precautions, get vaccinated, and prevent mosquito bites in affected areas, with special warnings for pregnant individuals.

Joseph Eron, MD, provides insights on the unit's international reach as well as some of the important trials it has been involved in, notably the PURPOSE studies involving the landmark trials about lenacapavir for HIV prevention.

UNC’s Benjamin Smith, MD, provides some insights into the logistics and steps behind these complicated and serious missions.

NYC officials confirm 113 cases and six deaths in Central Harlem cooling tower–linked outbreak; separate Bronx investigation underway after cases tied to hot water system.

Infection preventionists face constant regulatory, organizational, and infectious disease challenges, and leveraging evidence-based practices alongside surveillance technology helps them maintain consistency, resilience, and patient safety.

From chikungunya setbacks to COVID-19 booster guidance and childhood vaccine safety initiatives, here are the top regulatory and research developments this summer.

Allergist and immunologist Juanita Mora, MD, urges vaccination, masking, and outreach to safeguard vulnerable communities.

The American College of Cardiology is providing recommendations on the influenza, COVID-19, RSV vaccinations and others.

A 9-month pilot study showed a 55% reduction in resident colonization with MRSA, VRE, and ESBL, but contamination of high-touch surfaces persisted in rooms of MDRO carriers.

Christopher Sellers, MD, discusses its distinct program and diverse professional opportunities and provides some insights as to why many ID trainees stay at the University of North Carolina.

Systematic review finds FMT and standardized microbiome products outperform antibiotics in efficacy and safety.

Regulators cite four new serious adverse event reports, halting US distribution while global access efforts continue.

The NARROWS framework, developed within the IDSA Core Antimicrobial Stewardship Curriculum, provides a structured, behaviorally informed approach to communication that helps stewardship teams address the social, emotional, and cultural factors influencing prescribing decisions in order to optimize antimicrobial use and combat resistance.

This week, people with HIV are living longer on antiretroviral therapy but face elevated comorbidity risks, requiring tailored screening and multidisciplinary care as they age, and more.

New data show consistent late-summer and winter surges, reinforcing the need for seasonal vaccine timing and focused protection for high-risk groups.

The Institute's Director Myron Cohen, MD, discusses the uniqueness of the institution and its ability to offer research and clinical opportunities globally as well as play a significant role in public health.

STOP-PASC substudy results find digital biometrics align with symptom burden, supporting their use as objective measures in long COVID research.

Allegheny Health Network’s (AHN) Thomas Walsh, MD, talks about Allegheny General Hospital being recognized as an Infectious Diseases Society of America (IDSA) Center of Excellence and some of the stewardship strategies they are employing to reduce antimicrobial usage.

A decade-long study finds the ratio independently predicts risk, with patients aged ≥30 facing higher progression rates.

Stenotrophomonas maltophilia is an opportunistic, multidrug-resistant pathogen that poses significant treatment challenges due to its complex resistance mechanisms, limited therapeutic options, and high mortality rates among vulnerable patients.

First-in-class IL-15 agonist aims to address persistent post-COVID symptoms by enhancing immune clearance and restoring T cell memory.

Deeksha Jandhyala, MD, discusses how her team works to prevent infections and provide clinical assistance for transplant candidates.

ECDC warns climate shifts are driving longer mosquito seasons and expanding disease transmission, calling for stronger surveillance, vector control, and clinician preparedness.

This review highlights how people living with HIV are living longer due to antiretroviral therapy but face unique age-related health challenges, including cardiovascular disease, metabolic syndrome, renal dysfunction, neurocognitive decline, immunosenescence, bone loss, and frailty, requiring tailored screening and management strategies.

Philippa Easterbrook, MD, MPH, FRCP, explains barriers in primary care, the promise of community models, and how simplified guidelines could expand access to treatment.