Latest Articles for Infectious Diseases

Health Informatics Transforming Respiratory Health Through Digital Tools

Digital health tools promise to improve respiratory health in South and Southeast Asia.

Laura Evans, Jay Evans, Adina Abdullah

2025-02-27T17:27:10+00:00 ― 6 min read

Infectious Diseases (except HIV/AIDS)Fighting Lymphatic Filariasis: A New Test Emerges

New testing methods offer hope in the fight against lymphatic filariasis.

Benoit Dembele, Mohamed Salieu Bah, Abdulai Conteh

2025-02-26T18:20:05+00:00 ― 6 min read

Evolutionary Biology Bacteria's Survival Game: Adapting to Host Challenges

Learn how bacteria evolve in complex human environments and impact health.

Taoran Fu, Rosanna C.T. Wright, Danna R. Gifford

2025-02-26T15:31:51+00:00 ― 5 min read

Infectious Diseases (except HIV/AIDS)The Hidden Threat of Strongyloidiasis: A Global Concern

Learn about strongyloidiasis and its impact on health worldwide.

Adama Kazienga, Luc E. Coffeng, Sara Roose

2025-02-26T09:05:15+00:00 ― 7 min read

Infectious Diseases (except HIV/AIDS)Chlamydia Pneumoniae: A Rising Concern in Respiratory Infections

Chlamydia pneumoniae cases surge, particularly among children, highlighting respiratory infection trends.

Sophie Edouard, Rayane Attamna, Matthieu Million

2025-02-26T04:27:50+00:00 ― 4 min read

Sexual and Reproductive Health Rising Resistance of Gonorrhea in Scotland

Scotland reports ceftriaxone-resistant Neisseria gonorrhoeae cases, raising public health concerns.

Martin P McHugh, K. Aburajab, A. Maxwell

2025-02-24T15:28:30+00:00 ― 5 min read

Microbiology Genetic Changes in Bacteria and Chronic Infections

Research reveals how genetic changes affect bacterial organization in chronic infections.

Dina A. Moustafa, H. Fraser, J. B. Goldberg

2025-02-21T05:46:18+00:00 ― 5 min read

Microbiology The Silent Threat of Influenza A

Influenza A virus poses continuous risks to human health and requires urgent research.

Jordan T. Becker, Clayton K. Mickelson, Lauren M. Pross

2025-02-19T23:24:09+00:00 ― 5 min read

Epidemiology RSV: Battling a Stubborn Virus

New vaccines and strategies are changing the fight against RSV.

Chelsea L. Hansen, Lawrence Lee, Samantha J. Bents

2025-02-19T10:38:15+00:00 ― 5 min read

Infectious Diseases (except HIV/AIDS)The Rising Threat of STIs in Sub-Saharan Africa

Curable STIs are on the rise in SSA, highlighting urgent health needs.

Julia Michalow, Lauren Hall, Jane Rowley

2025-02-19T06:00:50+00:00 ― 5 min read

Infectious Diseases (except HIV/AIDS)The Fight Against COVID-19: XBB.1.5 Vaccine Insights

New XBB.1.5 vaccine shows promise but effectiveness wanes over time.

Nelson Lee, Lena Nguyen, Sharifa Nasreen

2025-02-18T02:16:20+00:00 ― 6 min read

Immunology T Cells: The Body's Elite Defense Team

A look at how T cells protect against infections and new tech for monitoring them.

Cilia R. Pothast, Ian Derksen, Anneloes van der Plas – van Duijn

2025-02-17T07:54:12+00:00 ― 7 min read

Microbiology Fighting MRSA: The Battle Against Resistance

Research sheds light on MRSA's resistance and the quest for new antibiotics.

Anggia Prasetyoputri, Miranda E. Pitt, Minh Duc Cao

2025-02-16T09:49:00+00:00 ― 8 min read

Bioinformatics Group B Streptococcus: The Hidden Threat

Understand Group B Streptococcus and its rising infections.

Veronica Kovacec, Sabrina Di Gregorio, Mario Pajon

2025-02-14T21:55:33+00:00 ― 6 min read

Public and Global Health Dengue Fever: A Global Health Challenge

Dengue fever poses serious risks worldwide, demanding urgent public health responses.

Mingzhu Zhou, Yong He, Liangmiao Wu

2025-02-14T15:02:50+00:00 ― 6 min read

Immunology New Insights into HIV Resistance and Treatment

Research reveals how HIV evades the immune system and potential new treatment strategies.

Alberto Herrera, Louise Leyre, Jared Weiler

2025-02-14T13:38:36+00:00 ― 7 min read

Microbiology How *M. tuberculosis* Overcomes Copper Starvation

Study reveals bacterial strategies for metal acquisition and survival during infection.

Michael Glickman, J. Buglino, Y. Ozakman

2025-02-13T23:50:21+00:00 ― 6 min read

Infectious Diseases (except HIV/AIDS)The Growing Threat of Antimicrobial Resistance

Antimicrobial resistance is rising globally, complicating treatment of infections.

Kate S Baker, Y. L. Tam, P. M. De Silva

2025-02-13T15:55:45+00:00 ― 6 min read

Immunology E. histolytica: The Intriguing Parasite's Strategy

A look at how E. histolytica communicates with the immune system.

Barbara Honecker, Valentin A. Bärreiter, Katharina Höhn

2025-02-13T12:47:45+00:00 ― 6 min read

Infectious Diseases (except HIV/AIDS)The Persistent Problem of Herpes Viruses

Herpes viruses are ancient yet common, affecting millions globally without many knowing.

Manosha Lakmali Perera, Irosha Rukmali Perera

2025-02-13T02:03:30+00:00 ― 6 min read

Immunology How Edwardsiella tarda Evades the Immune System

Study reveals how E. tarda triggers immune response through cell death mechanisms.

Li Sun, Y. Zhao, H. Zhu

2025-02-10T15:46:30+00:00 ― 5 min read

Infectious Diseases (except HIV/AIDS)Diphtheria's Resurgence: A Health Crisis Ignited by Conflict

Diphtheria is re-emerging, especially in areas affected by conflict and low vaccination rates.

Tierney O’Sullivan, Lindsay T. Keegan

2025-02-10T00:04:50+00:00 ― 6 min read

Infectious Diseases (except HIV/AIDS)Understanding Severe Infections in Infants

A study focuses on defining severe infections in young infants for better care.

Alastair Fung, C. Heasley, L. G. Pell

2025-02-09T05:35:10+00:00 ― 5 min read

Infectious Diseases (except HIV/AIDS)Assessing the Risks of H5N1 Influenza

A study on H5N1 influenza infections and their potential for human transmission.

Edward M Hill, D. Higgins, J. Looker

2025-02-09T00:57:45+00:00 ― 7 min read

Microbiology Salmonella Surge: A Hidden Threat in Nigeria

Salmonella infections are rising in Nigeria, posing serious health risks.

Gabriel Temitope Sunmonu, Veronica O Ogunleye, Odion O. Ikhimiukor

2025-02-07T21:30:54+00:00 ― 6 min read

Cell Biology The Impact of Malaria on Pregnant Women

This study highlights the serious effects of malaria on pregnancy outcomes.

Francis M. Kobia, S. Chenge, M. Mbalitsi

2025-02-06T20:40:03+00:00 ― 5 min read

Infectious Diseases (except HIV/AIDS)Statins Show Promise in Battling TB

Study suggests statins may improve TB cure rates in Ghana.

Nana Kwaku Bugyei Buabeng, Obed Kwabena Offe Amponsah, Nana Kwame Ayisi-Boateng

2025-02-04T23:52:00+00:00 ― 7 min read

Systems Biology Eastern Equine Encephalitis: A Hidden Threat

EEEV poses serious health risks with high mortality rates.

Caroline I. Larkin, Matthew D. Dunn, Jason E. Shoemaker

2025-02-04T10:41:24+00:00 ― 5 min read

Infectious Diseases (except HIV/AIDS)Health Impact of Chikungunya and O’nyong-nyong in Senegal

Study reveals the spread of mosquito-borne viruses in Senegal.

Bobby Brooke Herrera, P. Baffour Tonto, M. Sy

2025-02-04T05:22:20+00:00 ― 6 min read

Public and Global Health The Fight Against Antibiotic Misuse in Children

Addressing antibiotic misuse for viral infections in children is crucial for public health.

Kazi Nazmus Saqeeb, S. M. Tafsir Hasan, Soroar Hossain Khan

2025-01-30T05:09:30+00:00 ― 6 min read

Molecular Biology The H5N1 Threat Emerges in Antarctica

HPAIV H5N1 reaches Antarctica, raising concerns for wildlife and ecosystems.

Maria Ogrzewalska, Elisa Cavalcante Pereira, Ralph Eric Thijl Vanstreels

2025-01-29T19:24:33+00:00 ― 5 min read

Optimization and Control The SEIR-HCD Model: A Guide to COVID-19 Spread

Learn how the SEIR-HCD model helps understand and manage COVID-19 transmission.

Olga Krivorotko, Tatiana Zvonareva, Andrei Neverov

2025-01-29T05:32:16+00:00 ― 8 min read

Microbiology Conquering Candida: The Iron Dilemma

Iron overload complicates treatment of deadly fungal infections.

Andreia Pedras, Cláudia Malta Luís, Luís M. P. Lima

2025-01-28T18:33:42+00:00 ― 6 min read

Infectious Diseases (except HIV/AIDS)Dengue: A Rising Global Health Threat

Dengue cases are increasing, with women facing greater risks and complications.

Ananda Wijewickrama, Heshan Kuruppu, Damayanthi Idampitiya

2025-01-28T02:17:55+00:00 ― 5 min read

Microbiology Malaria: A Sneaky Challenger

An insight into malaria's tactics and our immune response.

Sukai Ceesay, Martin Kampmann, Lasse Votborg-Novél

2025-01-27T03:54:36+00:00 ― 6 min read

Intensive Care and Critical Care Medicine Understanding Sepsis: The Immune Response Explained

Explore the link between genes, inflammation, and sepsis-related challenges.

Yanbo Liu, Yuhui Li, Jinmin Chen

2025-01-26T04:03:45+00:00 ― 7 min read

Populations and Evolution The Battle of Phages and Bacteria: A Microbial Showdown

Exploring the dynamic interactions between phages and their bacterial hosts.

Jaye Sudweeks, Christoph Hauert

2025-01-25T13:33:26+00:00 ― 6 min read

Infectious Diseases (except HIV/AIDS)Wastewater Surveillance: Tracking Hidden Variants

Scientists use wastewater to uncover hidden virus lineages and mutations.

Reinier Suarez, Devon A. Gregory, David A. Baker

2025-01-25T09:34:05+00:00 ― 7 min read

Systems Biology The Sneaky Tactics of Influenza Virus

Discover how the flu virus outsmarts our immune system.

Michi Miura, Naho Kiuchi, Siu-Ying Lau

2025-01-25T04:58:33+00:00 ― 6 min read

Infectious Diseases (except HIV/AIDS)Chagas Disease and HIV: A Deadly Connection

Unpacking the serious risks of Chagas disease and HIV co-infection.

Natalie Elkheir, Jessica Carter, Catherine Dominic

2025-01-24T15:04:25+00:00 ― 7 min read