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Norovirus Cases On The Rise In US, CDC Data Show
CNN (2/24, Sealy) reported “cases of norovirus are on the rise in the US, on par with seasonal trends, according to the most recent data from the CDC." In the week that ended “February 17, more than 12% of tests for norovirus...came back positive, CDC data showed.” That figure is “up from 11.5% the week before.” Read more.
New 24/7 Hotline to Assist in Treatment for Infected Newborns
The Ongoing Care of Congenital and Perinatal Infections – or OKAPI – program aims to help physicians curb the spread of congenital infections, namely syphilis. The free telehealth support system is also available for nurses, pharmacists, and infection preventionists. Read more
Deadline: TMA Scholarship Fosters Diversity in Medicine
The Diversity in Medicine Scholarship is open to one student at each of Texas’ medical schools who will enter their first year in fall 2024 and is a member of a minority underrepresented in Texas’ physician population. Students must apply by May 31. Read more.
CDC Study Points to Potential Benefits of Newer Flu Vaccines
A recent CDC study suggests that vaccination with non-egg-based flu vaccines might improve the antibody response to circulating flu viruses over that of traditional egg-based vaccines, which are the most common flu vaccines worldwide. These findings could inform decision-making related to optimal vaccination strategies. Read more.
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