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Infectious Disease
Sys. Review
Fungal biotransformation platform may generate new anti-infective molecules to combat antimicrobial resistance
Fungal Biotransformation May Help Combat Antimicrobial Resistance
This narrative review discusses fungal biotransformation as a discovery platform for generating structurally refined metabolites with anti-i…
New research explores how fungal systems can transform chemicals into new molecules to help fight stubborn bacterial and fungal infections.
Frontiers
Jun 10, 2026
Infectious Disease
Sys. Review
Review of influenza A and secondary bacterial infections identifies critical knowledge gaps
Review highlights gaps in flu and secondary infection care
This is a narrative review on influenza A virus infection, secondary bacterial infection, and nosocomial infection. The authors synthesize c…
A new review points out major missing knowledge about flu and related infections. It calls for more research to help patients.
Frontiers
May 25, 2026
Infectious Disease
Meta-analysis
Meta-analysis shows association between adequate antimicrobial therapy and reduced hospital length of stay
Right Antibiotic Choice Cuts Hospital Stay by Nearly Two Weeks
This meta-analysis of 4158 adult hospitalised patients examines the relationship between adequate empirical antibiotic therapy and clinical …
Choosing the right antibiotic from the start can cut a hospital stay by nearly two weeks for adults with serious infections.
May 2, 2026
Infectious Disease
RCT
Early-oral antibiotics showed safety superiority and efficacy equivalence versus IV-only in patients requiring prolonged therapy
Switching to oral antibiotics early cut side effects for rural patients
This randomized controlled trial evaluated patients requiring two or more weeks of IV antibiotics for infections excluding central nervous s…
Patients needing IV antibiotics for weeks had fewer side effects when they switched to oral meds early. This trial in a rural health system …
May 1, 2026
Infectious Disease
RCT
Nanochitosan-coated NiTi archwires reduced bacterial CFUs versus uncoated controls in a small RCT
New Coating Slashes Cavity-Causing Bacteria on Braces
This randomized controlled trial enrolled 30 patients in an oral cavity setting.
This new wire coating could help millions with braces keep their teeth healthy.
Apr 23, 2026
Questions about Bacterial infection
Is there a link between influenza and secondary bacterial infection?
Yes, influenza significantly increases the risk of secondary bacterial infections, such as pneumonia from Streptococcus pneumoniae or Staphylococcus aureus, due to immune dysregulation and epithelial damage.
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