Study summaries highlight increased infection rates in young adults; a spike in HCV in reproductive-aged women; and a potential new treatment for HCV in young children.
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.
Primary Viewpoints: Immunizations with Dr Steven P. Furr
"Primary Viewpoints," a podcast from Patient Care Online, brings you an exclusive interview with Steven P. Furr, former president of the American Academy of Family Physicians.
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.
Respiratory Tripledemic 2022-23: An Expert Recap
William Schaffner, MD, medical director of the NFID, provides an expert recap of the 2022-2023 respiratory virus season for primary care clinicians.
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.
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.