Microbiology
CDC Recommendation for Post-Sexual Exposure Prophy
CDC Recommendation for Post-Sexual Exposure Prophylaxis

Proposal for CDC recommendation of antibiotic use after sexual intercourse to prevent sexually transmitted infections.

May 2024

Impact of Support Teams on Central Line Insertion

Reduced bloodstream infections associated with central lines underscore the importance of support teams in improving patient care and outcomes.

May 2024

SARS-CoV-2 Infection in Coronary Arteries
SARS-CoV-2 Infection in Coronary Arteries

SARSCoV2 infects and replicates in coronary arteries, triggering proatherogenic inflammatory responses in human coronary vessels.

May 2024

High Consumption of Ultra-Processed Foods Increase
High Consumption of Ultra-Processed Foods Increases the Risk of Crohn's Disease

Ultra-processed foods are implicated in increasing the risk of Crohn's disease, potentially through alterations in the intestinal microbiota, highlighting the need for dietary modifications to prevent inflammatory bowel diseases.

May 2024

WHO Inquiry into COVID-19 Origin in China
WHO Inquiry into COVID-19 Origin in China

The World Health Organization requests full access to investigate the origin of the coronavirus in China, emphasizing the importance of cooperation and transparency.

May 2024

Is My Wound Infected?

A study on the use of hyperspectral imaging to assess wound infection, providing insights into innovative diagnostic techniques for evaluating wound healing and infection.

May 2024

Live Helminth Removed from Australian Woman's Brai
Live Helminth Removed from Australian Woman's Brain

A case report detailing the removal of a live helminth from an Australian woman's brain, representing the first known case of human infection by a common parasite found in certain pythons.

May 2024

Long-Term Symptoms Post-COVID-19
Long-Term Symptoms Post-COVID-19

Comparative analysis of long-term symptom profiles following COVID-19 versus other acute respiratory infections.

May 2024

Environmental Influence on Cardiovascular Health
Environmental Influence on Cardiovascular Health

Detailed evidence is presented regarding the impact of environmental factors on cardiovascular health, highlighting the importance of addressing environmental issues in preventive strategies.

May 2024

Prevention of Cardiovascular Diseases in HIV Infec
Prevention of Cardiovascular Diseases in HIV Infection

Early termination of a trial investigating preventive measures for cardiovascular diseases in HIV infection underscores the need for effective strategies to mitigate cardiovascular risks in this population.

May 2024