The WHO approved the first malaria drug for infants weighing under 5kg, and researchers unveiled a single-dose compound, cabamiquine, showing promise in early trials. Investment in the Medicines for Malaria Venture yielded $13 in health benefits per $1 invested, averting 1.6 million deaths.
A randomized trial showed Cepheid's Xpert Xpress MVP point-of-care test improved appropriate treatment for vaginitis within 24 hours. Other modeling found treating male partners of women with bacterial vaginosis reduced recurrence and was cost-saving.
Multiple studies confirm high effectiveness of key antimalarial drugs in Indonesia, Ethiopia, and for malaria prevention in HIV-positive pregnancies. Research shows DHA-PPQ, artemether-lumefantrine, and other treatments remain well-tolerated with no delayed parasite clearance. Findings support continued use of current treatment policies while emphasizing the need for ongoing monitoring.
A study finds most children with enterovirus meningitis have favorable long-term outcomes, with only 8.9% experiencing adverse sequelae. Meanwhile, global data shows 259,000 meningitis deaths in 2023, with children under 5 accounting for over one-third of fatalities. Non-polio enteroviruses were the leading cause of meningitis cases worldwide.
March of Dimes awarded the 2026 Richard B Johnston Jr, MD Prize to hematologist Leonard Zon for pioneering zebrafish research that illuminated blood development in embryos and led to breakthrough treatments for genetic blood disorders in children.
A population-based study of over 1.27 million births found SSRI antidepressants during pregnancy increase gestational diabetes risk but reduce preterm birth and low birth weight risks, with effects independent of maternal depression.
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