Category: Infectious Diseases

Infectious Diseases

Common Respiratory Viruses May Accelerate ALS Progression

Study shows immune responses to flu and COVID-19 trigger lasting inflammation in the spine, hastening onset/progression of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS).

Infectious Diseases

WHO Extends Global Emergency Status for Poliovirus

The World Health Organization warns that cross-border spread, regional security challenges, and funding shortfalls continue to threaten global poliovirus eradication targets.

Coronavirus

IDSA Issues Vaccine Recommendations for 2026-2027

New clinical recommendations emphasize the safety and importance of COVID-19, influenza, and RSV vaccines for individuals with weakened immune systems.

Influenza

CVS, Walgreens Now Offering Seasonal Flu Vaccines

CVS and Walgreens are expanding walk-in access, multi-vaccine scheduling, and respiratory illness testing ahead of peak viral activity.

RSV

Merck Wants to Extend RSV Vaccine to Second Season

FDA will review Enflonsia's ability to protect high-risk children under 2 years of age during their second RSV season.

Other Infections

Protein Linked to TB Immune Response, Lung Inflammation

The discovery of sorting nexin 5 provides insight into how the body signals infection and manages tissue damage.