Category Archives: Infection

WASHINGTON | July 19, 2023 – Georgetown University announces the launch of Analysis and Mapping of Policies for all Emerging Infectious Diseases (AMP for EID), a first-of-its-kind policy platform to enhance preparedness, prevention, and response efforts for emerging infectious diseases, including SARS, MERS, Ebola, and Covid-19. With over seventy international agreements related to global health […]

Credit: Unsplash/CC0 Public Domain An innovative treatment paves the way for reducing antimicrobial resistance in the treatment of a deadly infection in chickens, according to an international team of researchers led by the University of Surrey. The groundbreaking study investigated the effectiveness of a novel metal-derived complex in treating Avian Pathogenic Escherichia coli (APEC), a […]

After shutting down its dog adoptions on July 4, the Animal Rescue League of Berks County announced Tuesday that a contagious respiratory ailment has resulted in the deaths of 20 dogs that were failing to respond to medical treatment at the shelter. “Since last Friday, 19 dogs have been euthanized due to their poor condition,” […]

July 19, 2023 Information about IPAC Lapses Health units are mandated to inspect premises and follow-up on complaints related to infection prevention and control (IPAC) to assess the risk of transmission of infectious diseases, and to determine the appropriate public health response. Deviations in IPAC practices, called an IPAC lapse, can lead to the transmission […]

The pitter-patter of the rain may make you reach for those delicious pakoras, but you can’t deny that monsoon brings with it a lot of health problems such as respiratory infections. These infections are something I have been prone to since childhood. But thanks to my mother, it has never really aggravated in my case. […]

In a recent review published in Science, researchers discussed the role of artificial intelligence (AI) in preventing outbreaks of infectious diseases and future pandemics. Study: Leveraging artificial intelligence in the fight against infectious diseases. Image Credit: SomYuZu/Shutterstock.com Background Despite developments in molecular genetics, computers, and pharmaceutical chemistry, infectious diseases remain a serious global health problem. Multidisciplinary cooperation will be […]

Signs and Symptoms of Stomach Flu Stomach flu, also known as viral gastroenteritis, is characterized by inflammation of the stomach lining. It’s important to note that the symptoms of stomach flu are distinct from those of the actual flu caused by influenza viruses. While influenza primarily affects the respiratory system, stomach flu is caused by […]

According to the US Centres for Disease Control and Prevention, recreational water illnesses (RWI) are caused by pathogens that specifically spread through contact with contaminated recreational water. “Monsoon can make swimming pools hotspots for RWIs,” says Dr Savyasachi Saxena, Consultant, ENT, Fortis Hospital, Noida. “You can inhale the aerosols or mist of the contaminated water […]

22 minutes ago LINCOLN, Neb. (KLKN) – For decades, RSV has wreaked havoc on children and the health care system because there was no effective treatment for all newborns and kids up to age 2. On Monday, the Food and Drug Administration approved a new drug from AstraZeneca and Sanofi called Beyfortus, which will decrease […]

Credit: Pixabay/CC0 Public Domain Scientists have combined two light wavelengths to deactivate a bacterium that is invulnerable to some of the world’s most widely used antibiotics, giving hope that the regime could be adapted as a potential disinfectant treatment. Under the guidance of project leader Dr. Gale Brightwell, scientists at New Zealand’s AgResearch demonstrated the […]