Articles related to Infectious Diseases

The spread of H5N1 avian influenza among cattle and agricultural workers in the United States has raised concerns about pandemic preparedness, revealing potential weaknesses in the public health response system.

Lemierre’s syndrome, a rare complication of oropharyngeal infections, can lead to severe neurological manifestations such as cavernous sinus thrombosis and cranial nerve palsies.

Oropharyngeal tularemia can mimic common bacterial pharyngitis, but its rarity and nonspecific symptoms make diagnosis challenging without a high index of suspicion.

In a phase 3 trial involving 5,338 cisgender women in South Africa and Uganda, twice-yearly lenacapavir injections demonstrated complete prevention of HIV infection, significantly outperforming daily oral medication regimens.

In a study of 73,198 acute otitis media encounters in children aged 2-17 years, 75% of antibiotic prescriptions were for 10-day courses, contrary to national guidelines recommending shorter durations for uncomplicated cases.

Congenital syphilis can present with subtle signs at birth, making thorough newborn examinations and appropriate maternal screening crucial for timely diagnosis and treatment.