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Indigenous ethnicity raises odds for antibiotic response in pediatric bronchiectasis
The odds for symptom resolution after a 14-day antibiotic treatment for nonsevere exacerbation of bronchiectasis increased among Indigenous children and children with low cough scores, according to results published in CHEST.
Q&A: What to know about the SARS-CoV-2 ‘FLiRT’ variants
Together, a group of viruses nicknamed “FLiRT” have emerged to become the most common SARS-CoV-2 variants in the country.
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Q&A: A checkup with CDC Director Mandy K. Cohen, MD, MPH
We checked in with CDC Director Mandy K. Cohen, MD, MPH, for an update on the agency’s efforts to modernize the nation’s disease surveillance and data systems and improve how the CDC communicates with the public and physicians.
Many young e-cigarette users report trying to ‘hack’ devices
Approximately 40% of young e-cigarette users reported trying to modify their devices, including by refilling or recharging disposable pods, according to survey results published in Pediatrics.
COVID-19 disrupted RSV seasons, leading to more hospitalizations
COVID-19 mitigation measures disrupted the circulation of respiratory syncytial virus, leading to atypical season in 2021 and 2022 that saw higher rates of hospitalization among young children, according to research published in Pediatrics.
Publicly insured children less likely to receive nirsevimab for RSV
Children in Massachusetts who were publicly insured or living in less affluent ZIP codes were less likely to receive nirsevimab, a monoclonal antibody for respiratory syncytial virus, according to research published in Pediatrics.
Entry screening for measles at hospitals may reduce risk for exposure
SAN ANTONIO — A hospital in Seattle started a measles entry screening program for all visitors after an outbreak in the city, finding the measures were easy to put in place and deemed acceptable by patients, according to a study.
Study: Infants born in spring, summer more likely to have RSV in first season
Infants born during spring and summer months are the most likely to have a first-season medically attended case of respiratory syncytial virus, according to a study published in the Journal of the Pediatric Infectious Diseases Society.
Study: 85 pathogens cause massive loss of life globally
Experts have called for additional research and drug development after estimates showed that more than 700 million disability-adjusted life-years were associated with 85 pathogens, with some disproportionately affecting young children.
Kentucky county declares pertussis outbreak
A county in Kentucky has declared a pertussis outbreak following the confirmation of nine cases since late April, including three this past Monday.
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