Immune and infectious diseases Archive

Pediatric health

Multisystem inflammatory syndrome in children — what parents need to know

Updated May 27, 2021

Multisystem inflammatory syndrome, or MIS-C, is a rare syndrome in some children that affects the heart and other organs. It may be a reaction to a current or past COVID-19 infection, but test results for the coronavirus are sometimes negative.

Diseases & Conditions

The pandemic isn't over — particularly for people with disabilities

Published May 25, 2021

While the pandemic has disrupted everyone's lives, its effects on the lives of people with disabilities are especially evident. And COVID-19 may pose a greater risk to some people with intellectual and physical disabilities, though this may depend on a variety of factors.

Healthy aging and longevity

5 inflammation-fighting food swaps

Updated May 10, 2021

Inflammation can be a beneficial sign that the body's immune system is fighting an infection, but it can also linger over time, damaging the body. There is evidence that eating a diet heavy in foods that promote inflammation can increase the risk for certain health problems, and also that a healthy diet can reduce inflammation.

Pediatric health

COVID-19 vaccines for children and teens: What we do — and don't — know

Updated May 5, 2021

Every day, more and more adults are getting vaccinated against COVID-19, helping us build toward herd immunity. But what about children and teens? What is the status of research on the vaccines in these groups, and when might vaccines be available for them?

Diseases & Conditions

COVID-19 vaccines and the LGBTQ+ community

Updated May 1, 2021

A history of discrimination in multiple settings, including health care, may make some people who identify as LGBTQ+ hesitant to get a COVID-19 vaccine, even though the virus has disproportionately harmed this community. If you're struggling to make a decision, this may help you consider benefits and risks.

Diseases & Conditions

Why won't some health care workers get vaccinated?

Updated February 17, 2021

COVID-19 vaccination rates among health care workers in nursing homes and long-term care facilities have been lower than expected. Is this an information problem or does it stem from other issues –– and what can be done?

Immune and infectious diseases

Good news: Deaths due to HIV are way down

Updated December 18, 2020

A new study cites a remarkable decline in deaths due to HIV infection, and dramatically fewer new cases of HIV infection in the US over the past decade. But there is still a long way to go before declaring victory over HIV/AIDS.

COVID-19

Does lupus or arthritis affect your prognosis if you get COVID-19?

Updated November 9, 2020

People with certain chronic conditions are at increased risk for severe COVID-19. These include a compromised immune system, which can happen for a number of reasons. Many people with rheumatoid arthritis or lupus take drugs that suppress the immune system, and new research examined the risks associated with such a situation.

Diseases & Conditions

Pregnant and worried about the new coronavirus?

Updated November 6, 2020

If you are pregnant, naturally you have concerns about COVID-19 and its potential effects on you and your fetus or newborn. Although there is limited data on the new coronavirus and pregnancy, some questions can be answered.

Immune and infectious diseases

It’s still true: Not all the news about COVID-19 is bad

Published November 4, 2020

We’re more than nine months into the COVID-19 pandemic, and continue to face new challenges every day. But there are still positive developments in the fight against the virus, which should be recognized.

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