Patrick Soon Shiong, MD: Justice & American Values During the Coronavirus Pandemic
Patrick Soon-Shiong, MD, CEO of ImmunityBio, discusses the pandemic as a unique moment in world & American history.
Gilead CEO: Inhaled Form of Remdesivir May Mitigate Coronavirus Hospitalizations
In order to expand the potential uses of the drug against SARS-CoV-2, Gilead Sciences has announced plans to explore administration of remdesivir in an inhaled form.
Investigational Therapy for CDI has Positive Results
Finch Therapeutics announced its investigational oral microbiome drug, CP101, reached a sustained clinical cure in its Phase 2 trial.
Investigational PCV Meets Safety and Immunogenicity Objectives in Initial Phase 3 Studies
Data were published using the International Symposium on Pneumococci and Pneumococcal Diseases online digital library.
Contagion Live News Network: Out-of-Hospital Cardiac Arrest Resuscitations Rise in NYC Amid COVID-19
A video summary of the latest infectious disease headlines.
Nabriva Therapeutics Receives CRL FDA Letter Delaying Approval
Company’s anti-infective agent sees setback related to COVID-19.
More Flu Deaths Reported in US Cities with Pro Sports Teams
With the current COVID-19 outbreak, new data about Influenza mortality related to spectator sports should make the professional leagues and fans pause about attending games.
Cardiac Arrest Resuscitations in NYC 3 Times Higher During COVID-19
Compared to 2019, out-of-hospitalization cardiac arrest resuscitations saw a dramatic increase as well as differences in the types of patients experiencing these episodes.
Antimicrobial De-escalation Is Rarely Applied to Patients in ICUs
Broad-spectrum antimicrobial therapy is common among critically ill patients, but few undergo antimicrobial de-escalation, a new study found.
Public Health Watch: Analysis Highlights Role of COVID-19 Palliative Care
Findings reveal that most unhealthy seniors and/or their families opt for comfort-directed care rather than life-sustaining treatment.
Refugees with HBV Infection Often Do Not Link with Appropriate Long-Term Care
A new report from the CDC finds refugees arriving in the United States who are infected with hepatitis B virus are frequently lost to follow-up care.
FDA Revokes HCQ EUA
An overview of FDA drug pipeline news from the past week.
GSK Recalls Children's Robitussin Due to Dosing Cups Missing Some Measurements
The week's FDA recall updates.
Contagion Live News Network: How COVID-19 Affects Races Differently
A June 19, 2020 recap of the biggest headlines in pandemic research and response.
Further Insights into Taste and Smell Related to COVID-19
A telephone survey confirms people are dealing with these issues and suggests it may be an early bellwether to providers and patients alike.
Postoperative Antibiotic Use Provides No Benefit
Although routinely prescribed after surgery, a new meta-analysis of studies on antibiotics and surgery finds there is no need for post-surgery antibiotics if best practices are followed.
Racial Disparities in Coronavirus Incidence, Knowledge, and Exposure
In a recent US survey, African American male participants knew more people infected with COVID-19, had greater knowledge disparities, and were exposed to the virus more than other groups.
Childhood Vaccination Coverage Declines During COVID-19 Pandemic
Health officials are urging parents to adhere to recommended vaccination schedules amid the COVID-19 pandemic, which has led to a drop in vaccination coverage.
Contagion Live News Network: COVID-19 Outbreak Impacts Rheumatology Research
A video review of the latest ID news.
Outcomes of Pregnant Women with COVID-19
Pregnant women with COVID-19 typically experienced symptoms in their second and third trimester, a new study shows.
twoXAR: Developing Novel Lupus Therapies Amid COVID 19 Research Complications
Vibeke Strand, MD, MACR, FACP, of the Division of Immunology/Rheumatology at Stanford University School of Medicine, discusses ongoing AI research in her field.
PTC Therapeutics Initiating Phase 2/3 Trial for COVID-19 Investigational Therapy
the company announced it COVID-19 medication is looking to address viral replication and uncontrolled inflammatory response.
Chinese Local CDC Data on Household Transmission of SARS-CoV-2
In a new analysis of Guangzhou city contact tracing data, investigators examined secondary attack rates of SARS-CoV-2.
Contagion Live News Network: Should Hospitals Shorten Stays For PWID Using Outpatient Oral Antibiotics?
An overview of 3 recent infectious disease news stories.
Isolation and Contact Tracing Vital in Controlling COVID-19
A modeling study from the UK reinforces how the transmission rates from infected people can be lowered using a variety of well-known strategies.
IV-to-Oral Antibiotic Courses May Reduce Invasive Infection Readmissions During Opioid Epidemic
Providing oral antibiotics to people who inject drugs with infections may reduce hospital readmissions.
COVID-19: Treating Lupus Amid Hydroxychloroquine Stockpiling
Vibeke Strand, MD, MACR, FACP, discusses patients who are having a hard time getting their usual supplies of HCQ.
HCV Treatments Showing Efficacy in Trial
A new phase 2b trial shows promise in HCV treatment.
Contagion Live News Network: Improving COVID-19 Data Collection
Given there is not a clear international standard for health records, one of the challenges in the early COVID-19 response mobilization was a delayed start to data collection and indexing.
The Value of COVID-19 Data Collection
Some countries have been proactive in patient logging and tracking. How can even retroactive assessment benefit future preventive responses?