Increase in Incidence and Prevalence of Nontuberculous Mycobacterial Lung Disease
The incidence and prevalence of nontuberculous mycobacterial lung disease are increasing across the United States, especially among women and older adults.
Lung Infections
Vancomycin Injection Now Available in 4 Ready-to-Use Doses
Vanco Ready, a ready-to-use (RTU) vancomycin injection, has been made available by Xellia Pharmaceuticals.
Non-Tuberculous Mycobacteria Exposure in Homes Via Shower Aerosols
Shower aerosols may be a significant source of non-tuberculous mycobacteria exposure in homes.
Investigational Respiratory Illness Prevention Therapy Did Not Meet Trial End Point
The primary end point was the reduction in the percentage of subjects with clinically symptomatic respiratory illness, defined as illness associated with a respiratory tract infection based on prespecified diagnostic criteria, with or without laboratory confirmation of a pathogen.
Acute RTI Lab Testing More Likely in Children Without Up-to-Date Vaccinations
Children hospitalized with acute respiratory tract illness without up-to-date vaccinations had higher odds of receiving laboratory testing compared with children whose status was up to date.
CDC: Cases of Vaping-Linked Lung Illness Now Surpass 1600
More than 1,600 Americans have now been struck by a severe, sometimes fatal, lung illness tied to vaping.
Gefapixant Improves Quality of Life and Cough Frequency in Chronic Cough
Gefapixant has demonstrated efficacy in improving objective cough frequency and quality of life among individuals with chronic cough.
Aspergillosis, ABPA-Related Hospitalizations in Cystic Fibrosis Confer Worse Outcomes
Nearly one-third of patients with cystic fibrosis-related hospitalizations have aspergillosis, which is associated with worse outcomes.
Effect of RSV Infection on Lung Function in Transplant Patients
Patients with established chronic lung allograft dysfunction may have a higher risk for respiratory syncytial virus infections, but lung function decline does not appear to be significantly affected.
Acute Respiratory Viral Illness Surveillance Possible in Long-Term Care Facility
Data revealed many healthcare personnel who reported an illness said they worked when sick.
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