Although infections caused by C. auris are a growing concern in healthcare facilities, strict adherence to standard infection control efforts appears adequate to prevent its among dialysis patients.
As of July 29, -19 cases are increasing in at least 40 states. No state is reporting declining cases. Time to get vaccinated. Respiratory season is starting.
The announced a recall of individual lots of products made by DermaRite Industries due to microbial contamination with Burkholderia cepacia. See the list of lot numbers here.
RFK Jr. finally endorses the ACIP recommendations, but his endorsement was quiet. Usually ACIP recommendations are endorsed quickly, and there is a public announcement. Flu vaccine for everyone 6 months and older! And a new mAB for infants facing their first RSV season.
Twenty-three more cases of measles were reported with one more state reporting cases, bringing the total number of confirmed measles cases in the United States to 1,356 as of Aug. 5.
The FDA announced major changes to its medication labeling regulations that better emphasize and explain the risks of using the medications over long periods of time.
The cancellation of $500 million in vaccine development funding will have a catastrophic effects on pandemic preparedness and innovation in a technology that holds promise against more than just infectious diseases.
Two COVID-19 vaccination reporting requirements have been removed by the regarding Medicare payment policies and rates for inpatient rehabilitation facilities.
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