April 9th 2025
AAAAI 2025: RSV vaccine and immunoprophylaxis uptake remained low in 2024 across infants, pregnant individuals, and older adults.
As the US measles outbreak tops 600 cases, Texas reported a second child's death in a young girl who was unvaccinated and had no underlying health conditions.
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Direct Mail to Older Adults at Risk for Pneumococcal Disease Improves Vaccination Rates
A mail campaign targeting adults with chronic conditions as well as their GPs increased the number receiving at least 1 shot by 9.5 percentage points.
Expert Insights: Q&A with Mark Ebell, MD, on Gepotidacin and UTI Management
Family physician and researcher Mark Ebell, MD, discusses the clinical implications, efficacy, and role of gepotidacin in UTI management.
FDA Authorizes Marketing of First At-Home Test for Chlamydia, Gonorrhea, Trichomoniasis
The Women’s Sexual Health Test (Visby Medical) delivers results in approximately 30 minutes using a vaginal swab.
New Study Suggests Bacterial Vaginosis May be Sexually Transmitted
New research shows that treating both men and women with topical and oral antibiotics lowers the odds of bacterial vaginosis recurrence by more than half.
Sanofi's Chlamydia Vaccine Granted FDA Fast Track Designation
The FDA granted fast track designation to Sanofi’s chlamydia vaccine candidate today, aiming to prevent infections and address an unmet public health need.
FDA Approves Gepotidacin (Blujepa) for Treatment of Uncomplicated UTIs
Gepotidacin is the first new oral antibiotic for uncomplicated urinary tract infections in 30 years, offering an alternative amid rising antibiotic resistance.
Study: 72% of Asymptomatic UTI Patients Receive Unnecessary Antibiotics
Researchers recommend expanding antimicrobial stewardship efforts to better track and reduce unnecessary antibiotic use.
Universal ED Syphilis Screening Outperforms Targeted Approaches, Study Shows
CROI 2025: Researchers reported that a universal syphilis screening program identified more cases than programs targeting specific patient populations.
Improved HPV Vaccination Coverage May Help Prevent Noncervical Cancers in People with HIV
CROI 2025: Increased HPV vaccine coverage could reduce HIV cases by thousands, according to a new study.
The Superbug Challenge: Medicine's Essential Fight Against Antimicrobial Resistance
A medical director of antimicrobial stewardship at a large metropolitan health system highlights the dangers of AMR and how she believes the pharmaceutical industry could help.
Measles Outbreak Explained: Disease History, Vaccine Breakthrough and 2025 Resurgence
The 2025 measles outbreak in Texas has reignited discussion surrounding vaccine-preventable diseases and the importance of maintaining high immunization rates.
Measles Claims Life of Unvaccinated Texas Schoolchild, First US Fatality Reported Since 2015
A rural west Texas "undervaccinated" Mennonite community is the epicenter of the worst measles outbreak in the state in 30 years, the state health department reported.
Would you Know Measles if You Saw It?
A case of measles is a very rare diagnosis in the 21st century, but as MMR vaccination rates fall, the cases climb. Would you recognize the signs & symptoms?
This is Measles If You've Never Seen It
Here, the 5 key signs and symptoms that characterize measles in the order of appearance.
Oral Antiviral Candidate Shows Promise for RSV Treatment: Daily Dose
COVID-19 Associated with Higher Long-Term Mortality Than Flu or RSV: New Data
Researchers found that COVID-19 had a higher long-term mortality than influenza and RSV in veterans—underscoring vaccination’s vital role.
Investigational RSV Antiviral Treatment Reduces Viral Load in Phase 2 Human Challenge Trial
The study of S-337395 showed an 88.9% reduction in RSV viral load and symptom improvement in the highest dose group, with no severe adverse events reported.
FDA Clears Cobas Liat Assay Panels for Point-of-Care Diagnosis of Sexually Transmitted Infections
These test panels allow clinicians to diagnose multiple STIs from a single specimen, with results available in about 20 minutes.
Sen-Jam Pharmaceutical Reports Preliminary Phase 2 Results for SJP-002C in COVID-19 Treatment
The novel therapeutic demonstrated a strong safety profile and showed efficacy in reducing symptoms during the early stages of treatment.
FDA Updates RSV Vaccine Labels to Include Guillain-Barré Syndrome Warning
The FDA approved the addition of Guillain-Barré syndrome warnings for Abrysvo and Arexvy, citing postmarketing data suggesting an increased risk.
9 Fast Fact about Avian Influenza for Primary Care
The bird flu threat remains low, according to public health authorities, but awareness and vigilance will help keep it that way. Here are 9 things you need to know.
Bird Flu: First US Death Reported, NIH Updates Risk Assessment
The first death of an American from the H5N1 virus was reported in Louisiana on Monday, though authorities maintain the risk of widespread infection remains low.
Sanofi and SK Bioscience Expand Pneumococcal Vaccine Partnership, Launch Phase 3 Trial for PCV21
Sanofi and SK bioscience expand collaboration on pneumococcal conjugate vaccines, including a 21-valent candidate for pediatric populations.
A Vaccination Imperative: "Please, Let's Do It," NFID Medical Director Robert Hopkins, Jr, MD, Urges
The National Foundation for Infectious Diseases medical director appeals to the community at large to set politics and personal grievance aside and to "first, do no harm."
US Adults Lagging in Flu, COVID-19, and RSV Vaccination: Daily Dose
Online UTI Myths Found Common, Dangerous: Daily Dose
Influenza Antiviral Treatment Underutilized Among Vulnerable Youth: Daily Dose
Pandemic Medical Misinformation Has Not Prompted Disciplinary Action: Daily Dose
CDC Releases Annual STI Report: Daily Dose
USPSTF Reaffirms Syphilis Screening for Pregnant Individuals Amid Rising Congenital Syphilis Rates
Comments on the draft recommendation can be submitted through December 23, 2024.