Microbiology & Infectious Diseases

COVID-19 infection during pregnancy may modestly increase the risk of developing gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM), a recent retrospective cohort study reveals.

Cases of human metapneumovirus (HMPV), a common respiratory virus, are surging in parts of Asia, including China, Malaysia, India, and Kazakhstan.

Vulvovaginal candidiasis (VVC), a common condition caused by Candida albicans, affects millions of women annually and often resists standard antifungal treatments.

A new cohort study reveals that doxycycline postexposure prophylaxis (DoxyPEP) significantly reduces rates of bacterial sexually transmitted infections (STIs) among individuals using HIV preexposure prophylaxis (PrEP).

Spinal implant infections (SIIs) are a severe complication of instrumented spinal fusion surgeries, posing significant challenges for both diagnosis and management.

A recent cohort study highlighted a link between COVID-19 infection and accelerated kidney function decline, surpassing declines observed after other respiratory infections like pneumonia.

NEW data from the 2023 National Health Interview Survey reveal that 8.4% of adults in the U.S. have experienced post-COVID-19 condition.

The consistent effectiveness of influenza vaccines in protecting children from severe flu-related illnesses has been highlighted in recently published findings.