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Top Infectious Disease News: Feb 15-21
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2 days ago
Catamist AI
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Top Infectious Disease News: Feb 15-21

Major advancements in infectious disease prevention are on the horizon, as Merck unveiled positive Phase 3 trial results for its RSV treatment, clesrovimab, aimed at protecting high-risk young children, and GSK presented new real-world effectiveness data for its Arexvy vaccine. Adding to these developments, the FDA has reversed its decision and will now review Moderna's investigational mRNA-1010 influenza vaccine, signaling a crucial step for its potential approval.

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Vanderbilt Develops C. diff Vaccine
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5 days ago
Catamist AI
AI Analysis

Vanderbilt Develops C. diff Vaccine

Vanderbilt Health researchers have developed an experimental vaccine that successfully protected animals from *C. difficile* infection, preventing illness, death, and recurrence. This novel vaccine, administered to the colon's mucosal lining, offers a promising new strategy against a leading cause of healthcare-associated infections.

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Dust Storm Makes Israel's Cities Most Polluted
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9 days ago
Catamist AI
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Dust Storm Makes Israel's Cities Most Polluted

A massive dust storm choked Israel on February 14, 2026, drastically reducing visibility and making Jerusalem and Tel Aviv the world's most polluted cities. Originating from North Africa and the Sahara, the storm prompted health officials to advise vulnerable groups to avoid outdoor activities for safety.

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Bioethicist Debunks Head Transplant Feasibility
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10 days ago
Catamist AI
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Bioethicist Debunks Head Transplant Feasibility

A leading bioethicist firmly states that human head transplants remain an impossible feat, primarily due to the insurmountable challenge of functionally reconnecting the spinal cord. Beyond the technical hurdles, the medical community also grapples with profound ethical dilemmas, dismissing controversial claims while highlighting critical concerns about identity and sensory overload for any potential recipient.

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Gaza Health System Faces Collapse
Health
17 days ago
Norman Metanza

Gaza Health System Faces Collapse

Gaza's healthcare system has catastrophically collapsed, leaving thousands of patients without essential care as critical shortages of medicines and supplies plague the few remaining partially functional hospitals. This dire crisis, fueled by over 930 attacks on health facilities since October 2023, has resulted in 46% of essential medicines and 84% of lab supplies being out of stock, severely limiting life-saving treatments across the Strip.

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WHO Seeks $1B for 36 Global Crises
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20 days ago
Norman Metanza

WHO Seeks $1B for 36 Global Crises

The World Health Organization has launched a critical appeal for nearly US$1 billion to address 36 global health emergencies in 2026, aiming to provide life-saving care to millions amidst humanitarian crises. Despite declining donor support, this vital funding is emphasized as a strategic investment for global security, especially for acute needs in regions like Gaza, Sudan, and Ukraine.

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Measles Variant Threatens Global Eradication
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about 1 month ago
Norman Metanza

Measles Variant Threatens Global Eradication

The World Health Organization issued an urgent warning on January 21, 2026, regarding a newly emerged, highly contagious measles variant that exhibits alarming resistance to existing vaccines. This critical development jeopardizes global measles eradication efforts, prompting immediate WHO-led research into new immunization strategies and a worldwide call for increased vaccination rates.

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Gene Therapy Reverses Early Alzheimer's
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about 1 month ago
Norman Metanza

Gene Therapy Reverses Early Alzheimer's

Mayo Clinic researchers announced on January 19, 2026, a groundbreaking gene therapy that remarkably reversed early-stage Alzheimer's symptoms in human trials. This pivotal development offers unprecedented hope by not only improving cognition but also significantly reducing amyloid plaque buildup, a primary hallmark of the disease.

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FDA Panel Recommends Donanemab Approval
Health
about 1 month ago
Alex Martinez

FDA Panel Recommends Donanemab Approval

A U.S. FDA advisory committee has unanimously recommended approval for Eli Lilly's donanemab, an Alzheimer's drug that offers renewed hope by effectively slowing cognitive decline in patients with early-stage disease. This significant 11-0 decision, targeting amyloid plaques, moves the treatment closer to widespread availability and awaits the FDA's final ruling later this year, potentially expanding crucial options for those battling the neurodegenerative condition.

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S. Korea Doctors' Strike Deepens Crisis
Health
about 1 month ago
Jacob Feldman

S. Korea Doctors' Strike Deepens Crisis

South Korea's healthcare system faces a deepening crisis as thousands of junior doctors continue their strike against government plans to significantly increase medical school admissions, causing widespread canceled surgeries and delayed treatments. Despite government threats of license suspensions, doctors argue the proposed changes ignore fundamental issues like poor working conditions and low pay in critical specialties, escalating a tense standoff.

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Record Heat Scorches US, Europe, Asia
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about 1 month ago
Alex Martinez

Record Heat Scorches US, Europe, Asia

Record-breaking heatwaves are currently scorching vast swathes of the Northern Hemisphere, including the US Southwest, Southern Europe, and India, triggering widespread health warnings and straining critical infrastructure. This unprecedented event, with temperatures soaring above 110°F in places like Phoenix and causing fatalities in India, highlights the escalating impact of climate change on global weather patterns.

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Hajj Deaths Soar Amid Extreme Heat
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about 1 month ago
Alex Martinez

Hajj Deaths Soar Amid Extreme Heat

Over 1,000 pilgrims tragically died during the annual Hajj in Saudi Arabia, primarily due to extreme heat that soared above 50°C (122°F). The majority were unregistered pilgrims lacking essential facilities and medical care, underscoring the growing dangers climate change poses to this sacred journey.

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