Category: Infectious Diseases

Infectious Diseases

CDC: Highest Influenza Activity in 15 Years

According to a CDC update, as of February 1, 2025, influenza test positivity increased to 31.6% nationally.

Infectious Diseases

Experimental Vaccine Protects Mice Against Bird Flu Circulating in Cattle

The RNA-based vaccine showed full protection in mice against the H5N1 strain circulating in US cattle.

Coronavirus

COVID-19 Infection Not Tied to Worsening MS Symptoms

While infections are often linked to increased disability in people with MS, a new study shows that COVID-19 does not worsen symptoms or disability.

Influenza

Louisiana Reports First US H5N1 Bird Flu Death

A Louisiana patient over the age of 65 has died after contracting H5N1 bird flu from exposure to wild and backyard birds.

RSV

RSV Vaccine Effectiveness Lower in Immunocompromised Older Adults

Johns Hopkins Medicine says further research is needed to better understand the problem and find ways to enhance immune response in this high-risk population.

Other Infections

New Guidelines Recommend Shorter All-Oral TB Treatment Regimens

The latest clinical practice guidelines advocate for four- and six-month all-oral regimens for eligible children and adults with drug-susceptible or drug-resistant tuberculosis.