Category: Infectious Diseases

Infectious Diseases

1,000+ Deaths from Bangladesh Measles Outbreak

Over 1,000 deaths have been reported in Bangladesh as a measles outbreak has gripped the country since March 2026.

Infectious Diseases

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.

Coronavirus

NFID Initiative to Improve Respiratory Disease Prevention Messaging

The National Foundation for Infectious Diseases (NFID) launched an initiative to streamline evidence-based information regarding respiratory disease prevention.

Influenza

First Human Swine Flu A(H1N2)v Case Identified in China

Researchers have identified the first human case of swine influenza A(H1N2)v in mainland China, likely a domestic pig transmission to a rural child.

RSV

FDA to Review RSV Drug Enflonsia for Children 2 and Younger

Merck is seeking expand approval for its RSV drug Enflonsia to include children under age two through their second year of risk.

Other Infections

Valley Fever Driving Pneumonia Hospitalizations in Endemic Areas

New research suggests that nearly 10% of patients hospitalized with pneumonia in certain regions test positive for Coccidioides (valley fever).