Researchers released the latest evidence Wednesday showing no association between vaccination with the measles, mumps and rubella (MMR) vaccine and autism spectrum disorders with gastrointestinal (GI) disturbances. The pendulum has swung back and forth on the issue, but these findings, for this vaccine, do not support a link. Reuters Health Information
An outbreak in Italy of an infectious disease usually confined to tropical regions underscores the importance of preparing and responding promptly to emerging infectious threats in the globalization era, a new report suggests. Reuters Health Information
What are the various facets of HSV and effectiveness of large-scale interventions to be able to make rational public health policy decisions? Sexually Transmitted Infections
Antitubercular therapy with rifampicin for HIV-infected children receiving lopinavir, commonly used in combination antiretroviral treatment, results in a dramatic reduction in plasma concentrations of lopinavir. Reuters Health Information
One study shows a limited effect of antibiotics for women with preterm rupture of membranes on the health of children at age 7 years; another study shows an increased risk for cerebral palsy. Medscape Medical News
