Infectious Diseases

Single dose of doxycycline could prevent certain infections if taken within hours of unprotected sex.

Results show no difference in risk of stroke, myocardial infarction or pulmonary embolism with Pfizer monovalent versus Pfizer bivalent COVID-19 boosters. 

National Advisory Committee on Immunization issues interim guidance on the use of Vaxneuvance in children and its interchangeability with Prevnar 13.

Meta-analysis examines demographic characteristics and comorbidities associated with an increased risk of developing post-COVID-19 condition.

Based on the latest NACI guidance document, all the following recommendations are true, EXCEPT for . . .

The fungus, Candida auris, is a form of yeast that is usually not harmful to healthy people but can be a deadly risk to fragile hospital and nursing home patients.

New study assessed the risk and identified risk factors for the development of venous thromboembolism among outpatients with COVID-19. 

The World Health Organization has said that H5N1 infection in humans can cause severe disease and has a high death rate.