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Decades of Data Confirm mRNA Vaccines Are Safe and Effective, Even Beyond COVID

A major Lancet review of billions of doses confirms mRNA vaccines are safe, with myocarditis occurring in just 12.6 cases per million doses.

New Guidelines Reshape How Doctors Treat Staph Infections in the Bloodstream

New guidelines replace the outdated staph bacteremia classification system, using risk stratification to cut unnecessary antibiotics and catch hidden.

Infectious DiseaseJun 30, 2026

Getting Two Vaccines at Once? New Study Shows It's Safe and Effective for Older Adults

Older adults can safely get RSV and COVID-19 vaccines in one visit without losing protection, a new trial confirms, making it easier to stay current.

Infectious DiseaseJun 27, 2026

Why America's Measles Elimination Status Is at Risk: The Vaccination Reporting Crisis Explained

Measles herd immunity now exists in only 25% of U.S. counties, and eliminated federal vaccine reporting requirements put elimination status at serious.

Infectious DiseaseJun 23, 2026

Inside the Monkeypox Smuggling Case That's Shaking Up America's Top Virus Lab

Two NIH researchers were arrested for allegedly smuggling monkeypox samples on a commercial flight, reigniting concerns about biosafety protocols at Rocky.

Infectious DiseaseJun 23, 2026

How Politics Delayed a COVID Vaccine Study, Then Science Won Out

A COVID vaccine study blocked from the CDC cut hospitalization risk by 55%; it was published in JAMA Network Open after experts called the delay political.

Infectious DiseaseJun 23, 2026

Teen TB Survivors Face Lasting Lung Damage Years After Treatment Ends

Teen TB survivors face lasting lung damage for years after treatment ends, with 86% showing structural scarring, a new study finds.

Infectious DiseaseJun 23, 2026

A Baby's Formula Mixer Harbored a Deadly Bacteria. Here's What Parents Need to Know About Legionnaires' Disease

A baby formula mixer harbored Legionella bacteria, giving a 10-month-old Legionnaires' disease; here's what parents of vulnerable infants must know.

Infectious DiseaseJun 22, 2026

Ebola and Hantavirus Start Like the Flu,But Turn Deadly Fast. Here's What You Need to Know

Ebola and hantavirus both start with flu-like symptoms but can kill up to 50% of patients; rapid testing and isolation are critical to survival.

Infectious DiseaseJun 22, 2026

Four Viruses Circulating at Once: What Mumbai's Spike Reveals About Post-Pandemic Illness Patterns

Mumbai hospitals are detecting seven-plus COVID-19 and H1N1 cases daily as four respiratory viruses circulate simultaneously, signaling a new.

Infectious DiseaseJun 21, 2026

Japanese Encephalitis Outbreak Spreads in India as Monsoon Season Arrives

Japanese encephalitis has killed 7 in Assam as monsoon season fuels a mosquito outbreak; here's how to spot symptoms and protect yourself.

When You Get Your COVID Vaccine May Matter More Than You Think

Women vaccinated during the follicular phase had 35% higher odds of COVID vaccine side effects, a finding that could reshape personalized vaccination.

Why Public Health Leaders Are Sounding the Alarm About Vaccine Skepticism in America

Vaccine skepticism has evolved from a fringe concern into a coordinated political movement, threatening America's pandemic preparedness.

Europe Launches First Antibody Treatment for Monkeypox and Smallpox

European researchers launch the first antibody treatment targeting both monkeypox and smallpox, using AI to create a single therapeutic molecule.

Delaware County Launches Mobile Health Unit to Close Vaccination and Disease Prevention Gaps

Delaware County's new mobile health unit brings vaccines and disease prevention directly to underserved communities, eliminating barriers to care.

South Carolina Reports First Pediatric Flu Death of Season as Respiratory Illness Spreads

South Carolina confirms its first pediatric flu death this season as respiratory illnesses surge, prompting urgent vaccination calls statewide.

Infectious DiseaseMay 29, 2026

A New Antiviral Drug Shows Promise Against Monkeypox, Measles, and Smallpox

NV-387 antiviral drug enters human trials targeting monkeypox, measles, and smallpox with a resistance-proof mechanism that mimics cell receptors.

Infectious DiseaseMay 28, 2026

Chicken Feathers Hold a Secret to Stopping Poultry Disease Spread

Researchers discovered that testing chicken feathers can reveal how much virus birds shed, offering farmers a simple tool to control Marek's disease.

Infectious DiseaseMay 22, 2026

Europe's Top Veterinary Microbiologists Are Gathering to Tackle Zoonotic Diseases and Antibiotic Resistance

Europe's top veterinary microbiologists will gather in 2026 to tackle zoonotic diseases and antibiotic resistance threatening both animals and humans.

Infectious DiseaseMay 22, 2026

Why Unvaccinated Children Account for 85% of Flu Deaths This Season

Unvaccinated children account for 85% of this season's 172 flu deaths despite widespread vaccine availability, CDC data reveals.

Infectious DiseaseMay 13, 2026

Measles Cases Are Climbing Among Adults: What Pregnant Women Need to Know

Measles cases among adults have surged in 2025 and 2026, posing serious risks to pregnant women including miscarriage, preterm birth, and severe newborn...

RSV Strains Are Evolving Faster Than Expected, But Vaccines Aren't Driving It,Yet

New genomic analysis of RSV in Georgia reveals diverse virus variants circulating in 2024-2025, with only 18% vaccine uptake among eligible adults.

Infectious DiseaseApr 30, 2026

The Bacteria That Antibiotics Can't Kill: Why California Is Sounding the Alarm on Drug-Resistant Infections

Drug-resistant infections cause nearly 3 million illnesses and 35,000 deaths annually in the US.

Infectious DiseaseApr 29, 2026

Simple Blood Tests and Pulse Checks Could Save Thousands of Children's Lives in Asia

A major study across South and Southeast Asia found that new diagnostic tools can identify 89% of children at risk of life-threatening sepsis, compared to just...

Infectious DiseaseApr 24, 2026

Australia's New RSV Protection Strategy: Why Pregnant Women and Infants Are Getting Priority

Australia launched a groundbreaking RSV prevention program in 2025, offering free vaccines to pregnant women and monoclonal antibodies to infants.

Infectious DiseaseApr 16, 2026

First Nations Health Authority Publishes Evidence Brief to Improve Healthcare Access in BC

The First Nations Health Authority released an evidence brief to advance healthcare accessibility for Indigenous communities in British Columbia, addressing...

Infectious DiseaseApr 16, 2026

Seasonal COVID-19 Shots Cut Long COVID Risk by More Than Half, German Study Shows

A large German study found that seasonal COVID-19 vaccines reduced long COVID cases by 57% and lowered overall mortality by 25%, with significant healthcare...

Infectious DiseaseApr 15, 2026

A New Bird Flu Variant Is Spreading Across North America. Here's What Scientists Found

A new H5N1 bird flu genotype called D1.1 spread rapidly across North America during fall 2024, displacing earlier variants.

Infectious DiseaseApr 14, 2026

H9N2 Bird Flu Cases Surge in China: What the Spike Means for Global Health

China reported 22 H9N2 avian flu cases in six months, nearly doubling 2024's total.

Infectious DiseaseApr 14, 2026

Why HPV Vaccines Are Protecting Men From Cancers Most People Don't Know About

A major study shows HPV vaccines cut cancer risk in men by nearly 50%, preventing head, neck, and other cancers beyond cervical disease.

Infectious DiseaseApr 14, 2026

Why Scientists Are Studying Fish and Chickens to Unlock Better Vaccines for Humans

A comparative immunologist reveals how studying immune systems across species, from fish to pigs, is revealing universal principles that could transform...

Infectious DiseaseApr 13, 2026

How Scientists Are Using Blood Tests to Predict Which Flu Strains Will Dominate Next Season

Researchers at Fred Hutch developed a blood-testing method that measures how well human antibodies fight multiple flu strains simultaneously, helping the WHO...

Infectious DiseaseApr 11, 2026

Why the CDC's Decision to Stop Testing for Rabies and Monkeypox Is Raising Alarms Among Infectious Disease Experts

The CDC has paused testing for rabies and monkeypox, shifting responsibility to state labs.

South Carolina's Measles Outbreak Is Approaching Its End: Here's What Stopped It

South Carolina's measles outbreak has stalled at 997 cases with no new infections reported since mid-March.