All articles tagged: Unspecified infectious disease (B99.9)

Lupus is caused by a specific defect in the immune system that can be reversed, potentially curing the autoimmune disorder, a new study claims.The disease appears to be caused by malfunctions in an immune system pathway that regulates cells’ response to environmental pollutants, bacteria and toxins.Insufficient activation of this pathwa

Colorado health officials on Tuesday confirmed a case of human plague in that state.The infection -- which occurred in Pueblo County, in the southern part of the state -- was first reported Friday ba

U.S. health officials have determined that untreated water used by a Florida cucumber grower is one likely source of&nbsp;salmonella poisoning&nbsp;that sickened nearly 450 people this spring.Still, that grower didn't supply all the cucumbers that were linked to salmonella contamination, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration noted in a recent <a

During 2023, there were increases in the incidences of certain foodborne disease, which may reflect changes in diagnostic practices, according to research published in the July 4 issue of the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report.Hazel J. Shah, M.P.H., from the CDC in Atlanta, and colleague

Amid an ongoing outbreak of bird flu in dairy cows, a fourth case of H5N1 avian flu has been confirmed in another dairy worker, U.S. health officials reported Wednesday.The latest case was reported in Colorado, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said in a news release."As with previous cases, the person is a worker on a

The spread of H5N1 avian flu to dairy cows has health experts and many Americans on edge, and now a new study finds the virus stays viable on milking equipment for at least an hour.“Dairy cows have to be milked even if they are sick, and it has not been clear for how long the virus contained in residual milk from the milking process remains stab

Immunoglobulin replacement therapy (IgRT) is associated with reductions in hypogammaglobulinemia, infections, severe infections, and associated antimicrobial use among real-world patients with chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) or non-Hodgkin lymphoma (NHL), according to a study published online June 21 in Blood Advances.Jacob D. Soum

Many sexually transmitted diseases are on the rise in the United States, and a nationwide poll indicates that ignorance about how they're transmitted could be fueling their spread.About a third of Americans (34%) falsely believe sexually transmitted infections (<a href="https://www.healthday.com/a-to-z-health/infectious-diseases/most-common-st

Multiple brands of ice cream are being recalled by the maker, Totally Cool Inc., due to concerns over Listeria contamination.The full list of brands and recalled products can be found online, but include multiple products by Friendly's, Abylin's Frozen, some Hershey's i

As scorching summer temperatures drive Americans indoors and millions travel for vacations and family gatherings, COVID infections are again climbing, U.S. health officials warned Monday.In evidence that suggests a COVID summer wave is underway, case counts are most likely&nbsp;increasing in 39 states&nbsp;and aren’t declining anywhere in the c

Just two injections a year of a new HIV drug protected young women in Africa from infection with the sexually transmitted disease, new trial results show.In announcing the findings, Gilead Sciences Inc. said its HIV medication lenacapavir demonstrated 100% efficacy as a prev

Just under one-quarter of adults with self-reported COVID-19 report they had not recovered by 90 days, according to a study published online June 17 in&nbsp;JAMA Network Open.Elizabeth C. Oelsner, M.D., from the Columbia University Irving Medical Center in New York City, and colleagues used data from 14 ongoing National Institutes of

The US pledges financial aid to monitor and combat bird flu in dairy industry. The funding aims to enhance surveillance and response efforts against avian influenza outbreaks. This initiative seeks to safeguard both public health and the dairy sector's stability.

A dairy worker contracted bird flu without showing respiratory symptoms, only exhibiting pink eye. The case highlights the potential for varied symptoms and transmission routes of avian influenza. Health officials emphasize vigilance in monitoring for unusual symptoms to prevent outbreaks.

The article discusses a measles outbreak in Chicago, with over 1,200 cases reported since November. Health officials are urging vaccination to contain the spread, particularly among children and pregnant women. The outbreak highlights the importance of maintaining high vaccination rates to prevent resurgence of preventable diseases.

HIV remission in children, characterized by a sustained period of undetectable viral load without the need for antiretroviral therapy (ART), represents a significant breakthrough in pediatric HIV care. This phenomenon, observed in children who have undergone a pause in treatment, offers new insights into the management and potential cure of HIV/AIDS.

Chicago's migrant shelter faces a measles outbreak, with eight cases reported this year, all since March. Most cases are linked to the shelter, including a hospitalized child from Philip D. Armour Elementary School. Chicago Public Schools advised affected students to stay home until vaccination status is verified. Health officials, including CDC experts, are tackling the outbreak, amid global meas

Pediatric HIV remission, marked by prolonged undetectable viral load sans antiretroviral therapy (ART), is a notable advance. This condition, seen in children with treatment pauses, offers fresh perspectives on HIV/AIDS management and potential cure.

A study suggests a possible link between mouth herpes simplex virus and dementia. Researchers found higher levels of the virus in the brains of people with Alzheimer's disease. This association raises questions about the role of viral infections in neurodegenerative conditions.

Toby Keith, a beloved figure in the country music scene, has recently passed away, leaving fans and the music industry in mourning. However, his death has also brought attention to an important health issue: stomach cancer. In this article, we’ll delve into the details of stomach cancer, Toby Keith’s battle with the disease, and what can be learned from his experience.

The article highlights a lethal meningitis outbreak triggered by a fungus aggressively attacking victims' brains, originating from tainted steroid injections, posing challenges in treatment due to its rapid and devastating effects.

Washington state is facing its first outbreak of a potentially deadly fungus, Candida auris. The fungus has been detected in multiple healthcare facilities, raising concerns about its spread. Health officials are monitoring the situation closely.

The risk for prolonged severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) varies across immunosuppressive conditions, according to a study published in the Jan. 24 issue of Science Translational Medicine.Yijia Li, M.D., from Harvard Medical School in Boston, and colleagues performed a detailed viro-immunologic analysis of a

Childhood bacterial meningitis significantly increases the risk for having at least one of seven long-term disabilities, according to a study published online Jan. 19 in&nbsp;JAMA Network Open.Salini Mohanty, Dr.P.H., from Merck &amp; Co. Inc. in Rahway, New Jersey, and colleagues assessed the long-term risk for disabilities among indiv

For patients with low-risk Staphylococcus aureus (S. aureus) bloodstream infection, early switch to oral antimicrobial therapy is noninferior to intravenous standard therapy, according to a study published online Jan. 17 in The Lancet Infectious Diseases.Achim J. Kaasch, M.D., from Otto von Guericke University

Eight lots of Robitussin Honey CF Max Day Adult and Robitussin Honey CF Max Nighttime Adult cough syrups have been recalled due to possible contamination.The products, which are made by Haleon, may be contaminated with a microbe, and "in immunocompromised individuals, the use of the affected product could potentially result in severe or life-t

Control of dyslipidemia and diabetes, but not hypertension, reduces the association of HIV status with cardiovascular disease (CVD), according to a study published online Jan. 16 in Clinical Infectious Diseases.Michael J. Silverberg, Ph.D., M.P.H., from Kaiser Permanente Northern California in Oakland, and colleagues conducted a retrosp

Wastewater testing is effective in detecting infections like mpox, with a 32% likelihood of detection. It's a valuable tool for early disease detection and monitoring, including COVID-19, and will expand to track antibiotic-resistant germs and food poisoning bugs.

In 2021, 12.8 percent of unique prescribers in Medicare Part D prescribed topical antifungals, with about 6.5 million topical antifungal prescriptions filled, at a total cost of $231 million, according to research published in the Jan. 11 issue of the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report.<

Before-medically-advised (BMA) discharges increased to one in six patients from 2016 to 2020 for admissions with opioid use disorder (OUD) and an injection-related infection, according to a research letter published in the Dec. 4 issue of the&nbsp;Journal of the American Medical Association.Ashish P. Thakrar, M.D., from the University

The pandemic has reached a "transition point," the World Health Organization said Monday. Still, that does not mean the public health emergency of international concern (PHEIC) designation declared by the WHO in January 2020 is over yet. The organization's International Health Regulations Emergency Committee met last week to discuss COVID

In updated guidelines issued by the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology/American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology, and published online Dec. 17 in the Annals of Allergy, Asthma &amp; Immunology, recommendations are presented for gaining and maintaining control of atopic dermatitis (AD).Derek K. Chu, M.D., Ph.D.

People are being maimed by unauthorized fat-dissolving injections meant to tighten up double chins and dissipate flab along the arms, thighs and stomach, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration warns.The shots are supposed to break down fat cells and reduce fat deposits in the areas around the injection sites.But adverse reactions from the

Among adults age 65 years and older, mortality was declining before the COVID-19 pandemic, although the rate of decline slowed from 2009, according to the Dec. 15 National Vital Statistics Reports, a publication from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.Ellen A. Kramarow, Ph.D., and Betzaida Tejada-Vera, from the National

Histologic inflammation with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is an independent risk factor for serious infections, according to a study published online Oct. 29 in&nbsp;Clinical Gastroenterology and Hepatology.Karl Mårild, M.D., Ph.D., from Sahlgrenska Academy in Gothenburg, Sweden, and colleagues assessed whether serious infection risk

Indiana University researchers have uncovered a new method pathogens use to breach the body's immune defenses. Instead of releasing chemical substances, some pathogens apply physical force during entry into host cells, allowing them to evade degradation. This finding offers a potential breakthrough in combating intracellular infections like tuberculosis, malaria, and chlamydia by targeting pathoge

The Medscape article "Why Intense Exercise May Lead to a Cold" by Courtney Southwick examines how excessive intense exercise can increase the risk of respiratory infections, contrasting with the known risks of inactivity.

With fruit-linked Salmonella infections more than doubling in just a week, U.S. health officials have recalled three more brands of cantaloupe.The case count now includes nearly 100 people in 32 states, with Arizona, Missouri, Minnesota, Wisconsin, and Ohio having the highest number of illnesses reported. Two people have died in Minneso

Two federal health agencies are investigating a Salmonella outbreak linked to dog food that has sickened seven people in seven states, nearly all of them infants.On Thursday, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration announced a recall of Victor Hi-Pro Plus dry dog food, a brand tied to the outbreak, while the U.S. Centers for Disease Contr

One-quarter of young sexual and gender minorities (YSGM) have syphilis at some point in their lives, according to a study published online Oct. 10 in the&nbsp;Journal of Infectious Diseases.Casey D. Xavier Hall, M.P.H., Ph.D., from Florida State University in Tallahassee, and colleagues examined syphilis incidence and prevalence prospect

The annual meeting of the Infectious Diseases Society of America was held this year from Oct. 11 to 15 in Boston and attracted participants from around the world, including scientists, physicians, and other health care professionals. The conference featured education courses and comprehensive educational programs that focused on the latest advances in the d