Category: Infectious Diseases

Infectious Diseases

Breast Milk Nutrient Linked to Improved Lung Health and Immune Development

A fatty acid in breast milk programs immune cells to fight infections and may reduce the risk of chronic lung disease in premature infants.

Infectious Diseases

Positive Ph3 Data for Aspergillosis Antifungal Treatment

Phase 3 trial results indicate a new antifungal medication olorofim is as effective as current standard treatments for invasive aspergillosis with fewer side effects.

Coronavirus

Factors That Influence Parent Decisions on Pediatric COVID-19 Vaccination

Researchers found that five core values—safety, knowledge, trust, humanity, and autonomy—shape how minority parents approach pediatric vaccination.

Influenza

Certain Flu Drugs May Reduce Cognitive Decline

Researchers found that sialidase inhibitors—a class of flu drugs including oseltamivir (Tamiflu)—protected against degradation of protective sugar molecules tied to cognitive decline and premature aging in people living with HIV.

RSV

Lawsuit Alleges 1960s Infants Given RSV Vaccine Without Consent

The families of two infants who died in the 1960s are suing the federal government alleging the babies received an experimental RSV vaccine without the knowledge or consent of their families, according to a report by The New York Times.

Other Infections

T Cells May Offer Defense Against Measles, Nipah Virus

New research suggests that activating cross-reactive immune cells could provide a defense against the entire paramyxovirus family, including measles and the deadly Nipah virus.