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With a disproportionate percentage of new HIV infections occurring in young MSM, tech tools may be a way to counter this trend.

Donald Jensen, MD, discusses the hepatitis A outbreaks that have been declared in 18 states since 2017, highlighting modes of transmission, vaccine recommendations, and the implications of co-infections.

Findings of 2 recent studies illustrate the often-preventable risks associated with surgery.

A new study of cockroaches collected from an Iranian hospitals sheds light on how these insects can carry and spread resistant microbes.

A new report indicates that resistant isolates of gonorrhea were detected in more European countries in 2017, and may soon threaten the current recommended treatment protocol.

PrEP isn’t covered by health insurance in Germany, and non-prescription use of the HIV preventive is common. But is it safe?

A handful of major measles outbreaks have underscored the importance of childhood vaccination, but experts say other diseases, chiefly pertussis, could also come back in force.

A survey of MSM and transgender women found that diverse formulations and regimens for PrEP, such as long-acting injectables and “on-demand” PrEP, could increase uptake and persistence.

The study found that that acute care hospitals with a 20% reduction in fluoroquinolone or third and fourth generation cephalosporins had a “corresponding decrease” in hospital-onset C diff.

A study reports that estimates of influenza epidemic outcomes may be improved by focusing on behavioral discrepancies in different demographics.

An analysis of spotted fever rickettsiosis epidemiology has found that only 1% of cases reported between 2010 and 2015 met the criteria for a confirmed case.

Deep-dives into Zika virus exposures shed light on how we can protect lab workers.

We’ve rounded up a list of important US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and US Department of Agriculture (USDA) recalls from this past week.

Stay up-to-date on the latest infectious disease news by checking out our top 5 articles of the week.

Young MSM who saw PrEP4Love ads were nearly 3 times as likely to have spoken with a care provider about PrEP than those unaware of the campaign.

There currently aren’t any clear guidelines for how health care providers should handle discrepant—1 positive and 1 negative—HIV test results during pregnancy.

On the anniversary of the discovery of the bacterium that causes tuberculosis, world health leaders are highlighting an epidemic that kills nearly 4500 people each day across the world.

A study of MSM suggests optimizing at-home testing for STIs and HIV could increase rates of testing, while noting a need to balance convenience with educational outreach.

For the first time since 2005, the IDSA has issued an update to its treatment guidelines for asymptomatic bacteriuria.

Solving a years-old mystery, investigators have discovered that MHC-II molecules can provide a gateway for bat influenza to infect human cells.

An investigation into a Nebraska Campylobacter outbreak conjures déjà vu.

A new CDC report suggests that 80% of new HIV cases were transmitted by individuals who were unaware they had HIV or who were not receiving consistent care.

Clinicians who avoid writing antibiotics prescriptions for elderly patients with urinary tract infections may be putting those patients at risk for bloodstream infections.

Direct-acting antivirals are probably worth the price, but are there new ways to get them into patients’ hands?

The makers of leronlimab (PRO 140) have filed the non-clinical portion of the drug’s Biologics License Application as a combination therapy for HIV with the FDA.

A communitywide HIV prevention package including in-home testing and antiretroviral therapy reduces new infections, according to a study from the HIV Prevention Trials Network.

Sulopenem, which is a novel penem anti-infective compound with both IV and oral formulations, has been granted QIDP status for 4 new indications, totaling 7 in total.

A study presented at CROI 2019 found that interventions to support PrEP persistence for younger black MSM will be necessary in order for the full effectiveness of PrEP to be achieved.

On-demand pre-exposure prophylaxis with TDF/FTC is not associated with a clinically relevant change in kidney function the way daily PrEP use is, investigators in France found.

CROI 2019 was held March 4-7, 2018, in Seattle, Washington. The conference featured results of new studies on a variety of HIV topics as well as advancements being made in the field. Here are 5 key takeaways from the meeting.