Levels of Ebola Virus in Blood Could Help Predict Mortality
Scientists hope findings will point toward more effective treatments
November 2015 Briefing – Infectious Disease
Here are what the editors at HealthDay consider to be the most important developments in Infectious Disease for November 2015. This roundup includes the...
Chikungunya Virus Deemed Significant Cause of CNS Disease
Analysis of outbreak on Reunion Island finds higher-than-expected rate of encephalitis
PrEP for Men at High Risk for HIV May Be Taken on Demand
Research suggests medication still works when taken before and after sex, instead of daily
Neurotoxicity Seen With Acyclovir at Recommended Dose in Dialysis
Case report describes acyclovir-induced neurotoxicity in patient treated with recommended dose
FDA Approves First Flu Vaccine Containing an Adjuvant
Adjuvant can enhance or direct the immune response of the vaccinated individual
Expensive Hep C Drugs Denied to Almost Half of Medicaid Patients
Most common reason for denial was "insufficient information to assess medical need"
CDC: PrEP Rx Needs to Increase for Optimal HIV Prevention
Medication can prevent infection with the virus in people at high risk
AAFP Recommends Doctors Explore Use of Social Media
Guidelines provided for physicians wishing to become more active in social media
C. Difficile Infection Tied to Higher Risk of Post-Op Mortality
Postoperative complications also increased in this patient population
