Microbiology & Infectious Diseases

New 9-month, all-oral regimens for fluoroquinolone-susceptible, rifampin-resistant tuberculosis are as effective as the standard longer-duration therapy.

The ECDC’s Annual Epidemiological Reports analysed surveillance data from 29 EU/EEA countries, tracking trends in gonorrhoea, syphilis, and chlamydia.

Researchers have identified key immunological markers associated with mortality in hospitalised people living with HIV/AIDS.

A new systematic review and network meta-analysis confirms that faecal microbiota transplantation is the most effective treatment for Clostridioides difficile infection.

Carbapenem-resistant Enterobacterales infections are on the rise across Europe, with experts warning of worsening transmission and increasing resistance.

Pseudomonas aeruginosa infection drives lung transplant rejection by inducing regulatory T cell death and promoting B cell responses.

The NHS has expanded its mpox vaccination programme across England, opening 12 new sites to improve access for those at higher risk of infection.

A new clinical practice guideline for well-appearing febrile infants has led to a reduction in hospitalisations, antibiotic use, and invasive procedures.