Current Cleaning Protocols Not Enough for Endoscopes
Microbes still adhering to endoscopes, even after multi-step disinfection protocols followed
Tenofovir Gel Could Help Prevent Genital Herpes Simplex
Pericoital application of tenofovir gel linked to reduced risk of HSV-2 infection
Rx Use in Pregnancy Common in Low-Income Women
Medicaid data reveal commonly prescribed medications and raise safety concerns
HIV Cells Multiply Despite Effective Antiretroviral Therapy
Antiretroviral therapy may affect progression of disease, but virus doesn't disappear
CDC: Action Needed to Better Control Drug-Resistant Infections
Hospitals, health departments, long-term care facilities must share information
Focus on Consequences May Help Sway Anti-Vaccine Beliefs
When parents learn about the harms of measles, mumps, and rubella, many change their stance
July 2015 Briefing – Infectious Disease
Here are what the editors at HealthDay consider to be the most important developments in Infectious Disease for July 2015. This roundup includes the...
Concomitant Administration of 9vHPV With MCV4/Tdap Feasible
Noninferior to intermittent administration of vaccines for 11- to 15-year olds
WHO: ‘Ring’ Vaccination for Ebola Very Promising
Initial trials in Guinea show 100 percent effectiveness; larger trials are planned
AMA Wants Doctor Input on EHRs, Meaningful Use
Doctors encouraged to share stories, e-mail Congress members