Microbiology & Infectious Diseases

TAK-003, a live-attenuated tetravalent dengue vaccine, has now become a promising candidate for prevention of dengue, as demonstrated in a Phase II clinical trial.

Research explores a Streptococcus pyogenes vaccine that may offer cross-species immunity against related streptococcal strains

Long COVID presents many symptoms, from fatigue to cognitive impairments. Research explores the impact of this condition and its similarities to other respiratory infections

A new meta-analysis has revealed a significant association between COVID-19 and an increased risk of stroke, suggesting that the virus should be considered as a new risk factor for cerebrovascular diseases

A recent study has evaluated the effectiveness of influenza vaccines in children aged 6–59 months in Spain during the 2023–2024 flu season, following the first national recommendation for this age group to receive vaccination

The CDC will screen U.S.-bound travelers from Rwanda starting October 14 due to a Marburg virus outbreak, which has resulted in 56 confirmed cases and 12 deaths

A study has revealed an increase in the rates of sudden unexpected infant death and sudden infant death syndrome during the COVID-19 pandemic compared to pre-pandemic levels.  

A major study on UK newborns has revealed three distinct gut microbiome profiles, potentially paving the way for the development of personalised probiotic therapies