Category: Infectious Diseases

Infectious Diseases

World Health Organization OKs Multi-dose Maternal RSV Vaccine

The new multi-dose RSV vial is expected to lower costs and simplify global distribution to protect infants from severe respiratory illness.

Infectious Diseases

FDA Approves Updated COVID-19 Vaccines for 2026-2027

Updated formulas from Pfizer, Moderna, and Novavax target the circulating XFG variant for older adults and high-risk populations.

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

Inconsistencies in Pediatric Pneumonia Diagnosis

A national study finds significant inconsistency among doctors when interpreting lung sounds in children suspected of pediatric pneumonia.