Category: Infectious Diseases

Infectious Diseases

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).

Infectious Diseases

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.

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

Pediatric Respiratory Infections Back to Pre-Pandemic Patterns

Pediatric influenza and Mycoplasma pneumoniae infections returned to pre-pandemic levels after COVID-19 restrictions were lifted.

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.