Category: Infectious Diseases

Infectious Diseases

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.

Infectious Diseases

Remdesivir Tied to Better Long-Term Health for Kidney Transplant Recipients With COVID-19

In kidney transplant recipients, early antiviral treatment with remdesivir reduced the risk of organ rejection and heart complications by nearly half for up to one year after diagnosis.

Coronavirus

COVID-19 Pandemic Shifted Timing of Seasonal Respiratory Surges

A study shows that a loss of immunity caused flu and RSV peaks to occur earlier in the season before returning to pre-pandemic patterns.

Influenza

Child Respiratory Illnesses Linked to Lower Income, Educational Attainment

Infants exposed to viruses by older siblings face a higher risk of hospitalization and long-term socioeconomic challenges, according to new research.

RSV

High RSV Hospitalization for Immunocompromised Adults

Adults with weakened immune systems, particularly transplant recipients, face significant risks of severe illness and death from respiratory syncytial virus (RSV).

Other Infections

Legionnaires’ Cluster Kills Five in New York City

NYC health officials confirm 84 cases and five deaths linked to a legionnaires' disease cluster in the Carnegie Hill and Yorkville neighborhoods.