Infectious Diseases


CDC Investigates Unexplained Skin Condition

January 17, 2008

CDC, in conjunction with Kaiser Permanente’s Northern California Division of Research, has launched a study to learn about an unexplained skin condition known as Morgellons.

Southeast Asia, Especially Indonesia, Bearing Brunt of Avian Flu Cases

January 13, 2008

The latest case in Indonesia is a 16-year girl who was hospitalized Jan. 4. Of 117 cases to date in the country, 94 have been fatal.

Home Treatment of Pneumonia Proved Safe, Effective

January 6, 2008

Dr. Alfred Bartlett, shown here in a file photo taken with Ethiopian children after an HIV/AIDS presentation, said the study done in Pakistan will have a worldwide impact.

FDA OKs First Fast Test for MRSA

January 3, 2008

The approved test identifies methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus bacterium in two hours rather than two days.

World Bank Report Says TB-Afflicted Countries Gain More by Prevention

December 16, 2007

If the 22 countries join a global plan aiming to treat 50 million people for TB in the next decade, they'll gain nine times in economic benefits what they spend on diagnosis and treatment, the report says.

Human H5N1 Cases Reported in Myanmar, Pakistan

December 14, 2007

The first Myanmar patient recovered, but Pakistan has reported its first two human deaths linked to the avian flu virus.

Nanotech Discovery Could Lead to New Antibacterial Coatings

December 12, 2007

Latest Chinese Avian Flu Case Raises Concern

December 8, 2007

A man reported to be recovering Saturday in an eastern province is the father of a 24-year-old man who died of it Dec. 2. Human-to-human transmission is a possibility.

AAOHN to Host Webcast on Liver Wellness

December 6, 2007

The program will focus on effective approaches to hepatitis prevention and management.

APIC Presents MRSA Facts for Handwashing Week

December 5, 2007

The infections often start as small red bumps that resemble pimples, boils, or spider bites.

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