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A comparative study presented MAD-ID, The Antimicrobial Stewardship Meeting examining the effectiveness of ceftaroline and vancomycin in addressing this challenge.

A study presented at The Annual Conference on Vaccinology Research (ACVR) offers insights into the efficacy of seasonal influenza vaccines.

The new Equity in Antimicrobial Stewardship Efforts (EASE) is a comprehensive set of priorities designed to overcome inequities and address the challenges with prescribing practices within the minoritized populations.

This week, new WHO data illustrates challenges during the acute phase of the COVID-19 pandemic, MAD-ID and ACVR conference coverage, and more from Contagion.

The federal agency said that due to administrative constraints, they will not complete the review of mRNA-1345 by the PDUFA date of May 12.

This study, presented at MAD-ID, The Antimicrobial Stewardship Meeting, evaluates patients with mild COVID-19 symptoms compared to those with severe cases.

Trial analyses presented at MAD-ID, The Antimicrobial Stewardship Meeting, highlight the battle against recurrent health care-associated infections (HAI).

The PERSEUS study aimed to assess the effectiveness and safety of Fetroja/Fetcroja (cefiderocol), an innovative siderophore cephalosporin presented at the 34th ESCMID Global conference.

Insights from the Annual Conference on Vaccinology Research (ACVR) in mitigating severe outcomes in older adults and individuals with underlying medical conditions.

Stating low demand, the company is removing their ChAdOx1-S [recombinant] (Vaxzevria) vaccine from the market.

Insights from the Annual Conference on Vaccinology Research (ACVR) on vaccine registries and assessing the safety of maternal and fetal health.

The investigational vaccine, mRNA-1345, developed for seniors has its FDA PDUFA date in a few days.

Investigating the long-term efficacy beyond short-term benefits.

In patients with Clostridium difficile infection (CDI), ibezapolstat was shown to have similar results to a standard of care therapy.

Despite overall reductions, the elderly remain vulnerable to severe COVID-19 outcomes.

New data from a World Health Organization (WHO) repository illustrates the treatment challenges during the acute phase of the pandemic.

The accuracy of ICD-10 varied depending on the patient's age, how the influenza season was defined, the time interval between symptom onset and testing, and the clinical setting.

Spare use of carbapenem-sparing regimens reflects practice lagging behind guidance, among the challenges in implementing antimicrobial stewardship.

The Department of Agriculture has initiated proactive measures, collaborating with federal agencies, to ensure the safety of the nation's meat supply.

According to the latest Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) data, these strains have increased in incidence rates, and now account for nearly a third of all US cases.

Analysis reveals rising hospitalization rates among pregnant women with hepatitis C virus (HCV) and age as a critical factor influencing maternal and fetal health outcomes.

The modified difference-in-differences analysis found notable increases in DAA use after state Medicaid programs relaxed certain coverage restrictions.

This week, April FDA roundup, ESCMID conference coverage, enhancing C difficile treatment, and more from Contagion.

Despite no reported cases of illness associated with the affected products, all retailers who received these items have been duly informed, and the recall is being conducted in coordination with the FDA.

Hospital grades released by Leapfrog reviews state and now metro areas for safety and patient satisfaction.

Detection of E coli bacteria and inorganic arsenic in these products raises significant health concerns.

In a new real-world study, Sanofi and AstraZeneca’s nirsevimab-alip (Beyfortus) demonstrated high efficacy against respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) lower respiratory tract disease (LRTD).

This study monitored viral load in asymptomatic blood donors, unveiling insights into the progression of HEV infections, vital for public health strategies.

Study reveals concerning trends from the mosquito-borne disease impacting Canada and the US.

A Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) investigator offers insights into their investigation of customers receiving vampire facials (a spa cosmetic procedure) and contracting the virus afterwards.