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Adjuvanted hepatitis B vaccine effective among nonresponsive HCWs

Adjuvanted hepatitis B vaccine effective among nonresponsive HCWs

A two-dose series of a hepatitis B vaccine with a CpG adjuvant resulted in a more than 90% response rate among health care workers previously classified as nonresponders, researchers found.

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Hepatitis C-exposed infants more likely to be screened under early-testing policies

Hepatitis C-exposed infants more likely to be screened under early-testing policies

When it comes to screening perinatally exposed infants for hepatitis C virus, the earlier the better, a study showed.

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Q&A: What to know about the SARS-CoV-2 ‘FLiRT’ variants

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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June 21, 2024
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Twice-yearly shot prevents HIV in phase 3 trial, Gilead reports

Twice-yearly shot prevents HIV in phase 3 trial, Gilead reports

Lenacapavir, an injectable antiretroviral drug approved by the FDA for HIV treatment, prevented 100% of new HIV infections among women in a phase 3 trial in Africa, demonstrating its efficacy as PrEP, Gilead Sciences said.

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AI could help speed antibiotic selection for sepsis

AI could help speed antibiotic selection for sepsis

An AI system correctly chose antibiotics for sepsis treatment faster than the standard method using blood cultures, according to a study presented at ASM Microbe.

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Instructions for cleaning medical instruments need overhaul, experts say

Instructions for cleaning medical instruments need overhaul, experts say

The leading U.S. professional association for infection preventionists recently called for an overhaul to medical device cleaning instructions based on a survey that revealed confusion, inconsistency and potential danger.

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June 14, 2024
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VIDEO: Infection preventionists are leaders by definition, experts say

VIDEO: Infection preventionists are leaders by definition, experts say

SAN ANTONIO — At this year’s Association for Professionals in Infection Control and Epidemiology annual conference, the program’s keynote talks focused on developing both skills and confidence, and consciously leading infection prevention efforts.

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June 14, 2024
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Q&A: Are combination vaccines the future for respiratory infections?

Q&A: Are combination vaccines the future for respiratory infections?

Moderna announced positive phase 3 trial data for its combination COVID-19 and influenza vaccine this week, suggesting a combination shot for respiratory infections is on the way.

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COVID-19 disrupted RSV seasons, leading to more hospitalizations

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.

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June 12, 2024
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Q&A: Will Moderna's mRNA RSV vaccine increase uptake next respiratory virus season?

Q&A: Will Moderna's mRNA RSV vaccine increase uptake next respiratory virus season?

In late May, the FDA announced approval of Moderna's mResvia, marking the third vaccine approved for respiratory syncytial virus and first time messenger RNA technology has been used for preventing a disease other than COVID-19.

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