With the arrival of fall, the healthcare landscape is set to witness a significant leap in the struggle against severe respiratory infections. During summer, approval was granted by federal health authorities for several vaccines aimed at combating respiratory syncytial virus (RSV). These vaccines, recommended for adults aged 60 and above and pregnant individuals, help in…
A recent study published in Infection Control & Hospital Epidemiology has found that where healthcare workers live, as well as other social factors, can contribute to their risk of contracting COVID-19. The study, led by Maria Zlotorzynska, PhD, a health scientist with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, aimed to examine the relationship between…