Category: Infectious Diseases

Infectious Diseases

CDC Reports National Rise in Parainfluenza

Parainfluenza virus activity is currently high across the US, while HMPV and rhinovirus/enterovirus levels are beginning to decline, according to the CDC.

Infectious Diseases

Armed Conflict Drives Measles Outbreaks

A study of 193 countries reveals that armed conflict and displacement drive measles outbreaks by damaging healthcare infrastructure and socioeconomic stability.

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

FDA Approves Generic Xofluza

The FDA approved the first generic of Xofluza (baloxavir marboxil) tablets, the first single-dose treatment for acute uncomplicated influenza and prophylaxis in patients 5 years of age and older.

RSV

Maternal RSV Vaccine Cuts Infant Hospitalizations Nearly 70%

Real-world data published in JAMA Network Open confirm the effectiveness of the RSVpreF vaccine in protecting newborns from respiratory syncytial virus.

Other Infections

US Measles Total Breaks 2,000 Cases for the Year

A total of 2,073 measles cases have been reported in the United States in 2026 -- nearly as many as 2025, which was the worst year for measles infections since 1991.