Infectious Diseases

Common bacteria develop new form of resistance

Treatment options few but still available, says Canadian MD
New Canadian flu guidelines target traditional and new high-risk groups
Researchers find new way to attack influenza

Experimental drug targets protein involved in viral replication
Up your nose . . . with a flu vaccine

U.S. group suggests intranasal influenza agent is highly effective in kids
Treating HIV cuts community-wide infections

B.C. study suggests expansion of antiretroviral therapy curtails new diagnoses
Guide to OTC Health Management: Immune health

Taking steps to stay well.
Hepatitis B vaccine shortage continues
New flu vaccines offer alternate routes of administration

Two new influenza vaccines—FluMist and Intanza—will be available this fall, providing some patients with potential alternatives to the traditional flu vaccines that are given by intramuscular injection.

Tattoos linked with greater hepatitis C risk