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As of July 2nd, 2024, 449 people have been sickened and 124 people hospitalized.

Proposed alternative to "unsustainable" wide use of broad spectrum antibiotic prophylaxis in surgeries confronts antimicrobial resistance.

Data gaps prompt the development of enhanced models revealing stagnant HCV rates, worsened by increasing injection drug use, requiring expanded testing and targeted interventions for underserved populations.

The report comes from Colorado, and public health officials have not yet identified the source of transmission.

Despite initial concerns about vaccine safety, the study of nearly 3000 patients found no elevated risk of preterm birth associated with prenatal vaccination.

The liver’s under appreciated hepatocytes play a role in helping in to keep the body healthy, so be good to it so you won’t contract liver-related diseases such as hepatitis or other conditions.

Mutations in YabG affect spore germination and substrate processing, offering insights into its essential functions in the lifecycle of C diff.

The healthcare sector currently faces an unmet need in treating herpesviruses, hepatitis B, and hepatitis D, which could significantly improve patient outcomes. Addressing this involves considering the necessary steps and understanding the challenges pharmaceutical companies encounter as they work towards developing treatments for these conditions.

Colorado man infected with avian influenza, Novavax reveals promising results in JN1 covid vaccine efficacy, and recent roundups of c difficile news, and more from Contagion.

The case occurred to a man in Colorado who had direct contact with cattle and state public health officials offer details on the patient as well as the risk to the public.

Boosted neutralization against variant XBB15 fades within 3 months post-first booster in transplant recipients but improves with a second, hybrid immunity enhances, suggesting 3-6 month boost intervals for solid organ transplant recipients.

Recent studies in Emerging Infectious Diseases have highlighted the persistence of highly pathogenic avian influenza A (H5N1) virus on milking equipment surfaces and its presence in dairy cattle mammary glands.

A new study demonstrates that the continuous infusion of β-lactam antibiotics could offer better clinical outcomes in treating sepsis, despite the nuanced statistical results.

Meta-analysis revealing higher 90-day mortality with intermittent than continuous infusion of ß-lactams for sepsis prompts call for latter to be standard of care.

Enjoy a healthy and memorable 4th of July by prioritizing food safety while savoring delicious meals with family and friends.

In the latest Bench to Bedside column, clinicians provide information and resources on recommended topics learners should explore.

Novavax, Inc has unveiled promising results regarding its JN1 COVID-19 vaccine's efficacy against emerging virus variants, including KP2 and KP3.

Biosurveillance has evolved beyond biodefense, emphasizing a comprehensive network to detect and counter biological threats.

A new study shows a greater likelihood of contracting this foodborne illness associated with a local area's socioeconomic vulnerability index (SVI) rank level, and reinforces the importance of addressing disparities in food safety.

Focused on microbial dynamics and inflammatory markers during remission, the study reveals persistent dysbiosis in the small intestine despite clinical improvements.

DDW 2024 highlighted advances in managing recurrent C difficile infections, emphasis on the effectiveness of live biotherapeutic products and the impact of antibiotic stewardship, and more ongoing efforts in combating C difficile.

Biopharmaceutical company, Dynavax, is comparing its investigational immunization against a FDA-approved vaccine.

The FDA recalls ice cream, orzo, and mixed nuts. Also this week, interviews with Jared Baeten, MD, PhD, on Lenacapavir's 100% efficacy against HIV, and Jason Roberts, PhD, on the promise of continuous β-Lactam against sepsis, and more from Contagion.

During today's CDC Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) meeting, committee members voted to recommend the FDA-authorized 2024-2025 COVID-19 vaccines for individuals aged 6 months and older. Additionally, they reaffirmed the existing influenza vaccination guidelines for the 2024-2025 season.

The test was validated as part of the NIH’s RADx tech program through its Independent Test Assessment Program, in collaboration with the FDA.

A Florida hospital takes a novel approach for the healthcare-associated infection and reduced inappropriate testing by setting up guidelines.

The federal agency says everyone 75 years of age and older should receive the RSV vaccine.

Jared Baeten, MD, PhD emphasizes the importance of the innovative PURPOSE 1 study in the fight against HIV, coinciding with National HIV Testing Day, today serves as a reminder of the ongoing efforts to expand testing access and develop new tools to combat HIV globally.