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Case report: Live worm found in patient’s eye
Ocular parasitosis consistently perplexes ophthalmologists due to its varied and unpredictable presentations. The elusive nature of the disease ensures it remains concealed unless actively sought out through diligent examination.
Q&A: What to know about bird flu in cattle, and the human case in Texas
A person in Texas tested positive for highly pathogenic avian influenza after having exposure to dairy cattle that are presumed to also be infected with the virus, health officials reported.
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ID is having a ‘Wild West moment’ with AI
Artificial intelligence has emerged as a potentially important tool for patient care, including in infectious diseases.
Cat-transmitted sporotrichosis: A looming threat?
A potential threat on the CDC’s radar is a fungal infection being transmitted by feral cats — initially in Brazil, but now in other countries as well.
Hooked on ID with Brad Perkins, MD, MBA
When I was in high school, I was given the opportunity to take a part-time job that was a little out of the ordinary for my age: I worked for a clinical microbiologist selling sterile sheep blood to microbiology laboratories to make bacterial culture agar.
Tweak in surveillance leads to more reported Lyme disease cases in US
Although the number of reported Lyme disease cases in the United States in 2022 was nearly double the annual average from 2017 to 2019, the actual increase is not likely to have been that large, according to experts.
Scientists pursue on-the-spot rapid tests for Nipah virus, Lassa fever
The Coalition for Epidemic Preparedness, or CEPI, is funding a project to develop on-the-spot rapid tests for Nipah virus and Lassa fever to better monitor outbreaks of both diseases, the organization announced.
First Alaskapox death reported, officials say residents ‘shouldn’t be overly concerned’
Health officials in Alaska have reported the first-ever death from Alaskapox, and although the disease may be wider spread than previously believed, experts say there is no evidence of risk outside of Alaska.
HHS launches largest US effort ever to reduce vector-borne diseases
HHS released a national plan to reduce the incidence of vector-borne diseases in the United States, which has doubled over the last 20 years.
Hooked on ID with Paul Volberding, MD
I wasn’t so much hooked as I was hoodwinked!
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Burnout, withdrawal remain ‘alarmingly high’ among physicians and residents
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Over one-third of adults not planning on receiving recommended vaccines this fall
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Popular home BP devices unable to provide accurate readings for millions due to sizing
September 19, 20242 min read
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Headline News
Burnout, withdrawal remain ‘alarmingly high’ among physicians and residents
September 17, 20242 min read -
Headline News
Over one-third of adults not planning on receiving recommended vaccines this fall
September 18, 20242 min read -
Headline News
Popular home BP devices unable to provide accurate readings for millions due to sizing
September 19, 20242 min read