Infectious Disease

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Inhaled Glucocorticoid Flops for Speeding COVID Recovery in Outpatients

— Fluticasone furoate "not a favorable" therapy for COVID-19, say researchers

8 Hrs Ago
A close up photo of a fluticasone furoate inhaler.

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Opinion
When It Comes to Vaccine Strategy, Be Careful Comparing the U.S. to Other Countries

The health landscape varies significantly from country to country

10 Hrs Ago
Stopping Medical Misinformation Requires Early Detection

Help is needed from the medical community and the general public, says media watchdog CEO

Sep 20, 2023
Hospital Mask Mandates Return; COVID Hospitalizations Reach 20K; Ground Beef Recall

Health news and commentary from around the Web gathered by MedPage Today staff

Sep 20, 2023
I Just Got Over COVID. Do I Need an Updated Shot?

And if I do, how long should I wait?

Sep 19, 2023
Hospital Mask Mandates Return; COVID Hospitalizations Reach 20K; Ground Beef Recall

Health news and commentary from around the Web gathered by MedPage Today staff

Sep 20, 2023
I Just Got Over COVID. Do I Need an Updated Shot?

And if I do, how long should I wait?

Sep 19, 2023

Infectious Disease Case Studies

HIV Patient With Movement Disorder Has Different Symptoms on Left and Right Sides

An unusual manifestation of cerebral toxoplasmosis

A photo of a mature woman receiving a brain CT scan.
Solitary Penile Ulcer Could Signal Various Sexually Transmitted Infections

PCR testing reveals an unusual presentation of an increasingly common disease

A computer rendering of an mpox lesion and an mpox virus.
What Caused a Mysterious Grayish Tongue Plaque in a Healthy Man?

Man presented with irregular gray-white ulcers on the soft palate, uvula, and tonsils

A photo of a young male physician inspecting the tongue of a mature man.

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Opinion
Vaccine Research and Combating the Anti-Science Movement Go Hand in Hand

An excerpt from Hotez's new book, The Deadly Rise of Anti-Science

Sep 19, 2023
A photo of Peter Hotez next to the cover of his book.
BA.2.86 Variant Spotted in 10 States; Vax and Long COVID; Children and Suicide

Health news and commentary from around the Web gathered by MedPage Today staff

Sep 19, 2023
Morning Break over illustration of a syringe, Covid virus, and DNA helix over a photo of green vegetation.
Child Develops Voluminous Diarrhea After Amoxicillin

Discordant test results complicate diagnosis of suspected C. difficile

Sep 18, 2023
A photo of a fecal sample container.
Is Being a Night Owl Unhealthy? CRC Screening Not Recommended Enough

Also in TTHealthWatch: CVD death and obesity

Sep 16, 2023
TTUHSC EL PASO HEALTHWATCH with their logo and photos of Rick Lange, MD, and Elizabeth Tracey
Social Media Giant's Efforts to Stymie Antivax Content Had Mixed Results

Facebook aimed to tackle misinformation, but did it work?

Sep 15, 2023
A photo of the Facebook logo as seen through a droplet hanging off of the tip of a syringe.
Legionnaires Disease in Lung Transplant Recipients Likely From Donor

Transmission via organs has not previously been reported, researchers say

Sep 15, 2023
A Scanning electron micrograph of Legionella pneumophila bacteria
A Look at the Data Behind CDC's Updated COVID Vax Decision

Here are the highlights of the agency's extensive evidence review

Sep 15, 2023
A computer rendered collage of various fever chart lines, covid viruses, and a figure wearing a protective mask.
Paul Offit Goes Off on Religious Vaccine Exemptions

Mississippi "loophole" may allow people to avoid vaccination for any reason at all

Sep 15, 2023
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Flu-Like Symptoms, Then Amputation; Docs Charge for Emails; Wait List for Psilocybin

Health news and commentary from around the Web gathered by MedPage Today staff

Sep 15, 2023
Morning Break over illustration of a syringe, Covid virus, and DNA helix over a photo of green vegetation.
No 'Silver Bullet' for Generic Drug Shortage, House Members Told

A total of 301 drugs were in active shortage last year

Sep 14, 2023
A screenshot of Anna A. Eshoo speaking during this hearing.
Hunt for Hospital Inmate Escapees; Florida Slams CDC Guidance; Oktoberfest CT Scans

Health news and commentary from around the Web gathered by MedPage Today staff

Sep 14, 2023
Morning Break over illustration of a syringe, Covid virus, and DNA helix over a photo of green vegetation.
Opinion
What It Will Really Take to Restore Trust in the CDC

A singular narrative, consistency, and relatability are paramount

Sep 13, 2023
A photo of signage outside of the CDC headquarters in Atlanta, Georgia
California Misinfo Law Is Destined for the Dustbin

Amendment repeals language, but licensing boards apparently had authority all along

Sep 13, 2023
The Medical Board of California logo over a photo of a male physician shouting through a megaphone.
New iPhone Radiation Concerns; Man Dies After Raw Oysters; PBM Market Tightens

Health news and commentary from around the Web gathered by MedPage Today staff

Sep 13, 2023
Morning Break over illustration of a syringe, Covid virus, and DNA helix over a photo of green vegetation.
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