Infectious Diseases

These rare infections can progress quickly leading to serious and life threatening infections, including sepsis, soft-tissue necrosis, toxic shock syndrome and meningitis.

Protection may extend to female partners, suggesting prophylactic potential.

Combining both throat and nasal swabs improves sensitivity, Danish study says.

Annual data from the Public Health Agency of Canada shows a record number of bacterial infections that have been deadly in rare cases, especially among children.

Study evaluates efficacy of one and two doses of recombinant zoster vaccine overall, by time since vaccination, age and immunocompromise status, and with a late second dose.

The advisory committee is issuing the spring recommendation now to help public health vaccine program planning.

Which of the following is NOT a suitable strategy for the treatment of bronchiolitis in an otherwise healthy infant who can be managed as an outpatient?

Study results highlight the importance of implementing an oral health routine that includes toothbrushing for hospitalized patients.