The best of 2019 – an A–Z of infectious diseases research
Take a look at the research highlights of 2019 as we count down the top infectious disease stories from A to Z!
Browsing: Emerging Diseases
Update on Candida auris – an interview with Ana Litvintseva
In this interview, we speak to Ana Litvintseva, a Medical Mycologist and Team Lead at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC; GA, USA) about Candida auris, its emergence and the challenges it presents.
New study reveals that arteriviruses may produce more proteins than previously understood
Researchers have revealed that arteriviruses may produce more mRNAs and proteins than previously understood – a finding that could provide insight on how the virus may potentially evolve to infect humans.
Leptospirosis – an old and re-emerging bacterial zoonosis
More than a century after its description and the discovery of the bacterial etiological agent, and despite its major burden globally, leptospirosis remains largely under-recognized.
Assessing the epidemic threat of viruses – candidates for the next pandemic
Author, Mark Woolhouse, discusses recent efforts to identify pathogens with pandemic potential and his own work on emerging viruses.
The next pandemic – priorities for prevention
Editor, Martha Powell, takes a closer look at MERS, Nipah and Lassa; considering their impact on populations thus far and why medical countermeasures against them are so urgently required.
Heart failure and arrhythmia reported in patients with Zika infection
Researchers have suggested Zika may have adverse effects on the cardiovascular system based on new data from a small case report; an association which has previously been unreported.
Welcome to Infectious Diseases Hub – a note from the Editor
Editor, Martha Powell, welcomes you to Infectious Diseases Hub and highlights some of the exciting content featured for launch.
Infographic: The facts about Zika
In the last few years the Zika virus has captured media attention and public interest across the world. Take a look at our infographic to learn more about this emerging virus and find out key facts about Zika infections.