Category: Infectious Diseases

Infectious Diseases

Same-Day COVID-19 and Flu Vaccines Are Safe for Adults

Research involving 2.5 million patients found no increase in serious adverse events when receiving both COVID-19 and influenza vaccinations during the same visit.

Infectious Diseases

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.

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

New Data on Childhood Flu Vaccine Efficacy

For every 100 children vaccinated against influenza, between nine and 14 cases are prevented, according to Harvard Medical School data.

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

First Lung Transplant for HIV Patient in San Diego County

UC San Diego Health successfully completed the first lung transplant for a patient with HIV in San Diego County.