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Highlights Determining infection and multidrug resistance (MDR) rates continuously helps to detect the problem to be solved, including outbreaks. Cleaning and disinfection play an important role in preventing MDR and evaluating and correcting the process for better results. MDR control can only be achieved with various measures applied continuously and consistently by a group of […]

Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is often of increased concern in the autumn and winter months, especially for women who are pregnant, or those with newborns.1 Worldwide, RSV is the second leading cause of death (second to malaria) in children during their first year of life.2 Elderly people (>60 years of age) are also at an increased risk […]

HIV diagnostic technologies are rapidly advancing, as Dr. Nitika Pai discussed, with self-tests and multiplex testing leading the way in accuracy and accessibility. The challenge remains in cost and strategic deployment. This field interests infectious disease specialists, clinical epidemiologists, and public health professionals. Stay informed on innovations like CRISPR and machine learning to enhance patient care. NAT (Nucleic Acid Test) costs and algorithmic bias in machine learning need attention for equitable access.

Learn about the integration of the latest data in antiretroviral management of HIV, challenges clinicians may face when adopting new strategies and updates from the Conference of Retroviruses and Opportunistic Infections (CROI) 2024 are reported here by Dr Eric Daar, Division of HIV Medicine, Harbor-UCLA Medical Center, Atlanta, GA, USA.

Antiretroviral therapy (ART) effectively manages HIV by suppressing viral replication. It's crucial for healthcare professionals (HCPs) to keep abreast of ART updates for optimal patient care. Dr. Eric Daar, Harbor-UCLA Medical Center, reports on CROI 2024, underscoring the efficacy of long-acting injectable (LAI) therapies in trials like CARES, MOCHA, and LATITUDE. The findings support LAI therapy's potential for global HIV treatment programs, including in resource-limited settings like sub-Saharan Africa.

We are excited to introduce the latest edition of touchREVIEWS in Infectious Diseases. Our mission is to bring you thought-provoking interviews, reviews, editorials, case studies and original research within the realm of infectious diseases. We aspire to engage infectious disease specialists, virologists, immunologists, epidemiologists and healthcare professionals with a keen interest in the captivating field […]