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Parvovirus B19 is a DNA virus. Most parvoviruses infect animals; Parvovirus B19 infects humans. Parvovirus B19 is mainly transmitted through respiratory droplets during close contact, but additional routes such as transmission through contaminated bl...

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Genitourinary infections caused by Candida spp. and other yeasts have increased in incidence, and the emergence of resistant isolates to commonly prescribed antifungals is becoming more frequent. Thus, the purpose of this study was to characterize th...

The emergence and dissemination of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) are driven by complex, interconnected mechanisms involving microbial communities, environmental factors, and human activities, with climate change playing a pivotal and accelerating ro...

The European catfish (Silurus glanis, Linnaeus 1758), commonly known as the wels catfish, is one of the largest freshwater fish in Europe and an ecologically and economically important species in both natural ecosystems and aquaculture. Its broad nat...

Malassezia spp. has been recognized among neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) patients’ commensals and pathogens, accounting for a significant number of invasive fungal infections. The Random Amplified Polymorphic DNA (RAPD) may be used for Mal...

Linezolid (LZD) is an oxazolidinone antibiotic effective in the treatment of infection with Gram-positive bacteria, including methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA). The decline in susceptibility to linezolid is a concern for antimicrobia...

West Nile Virus (WNV), a mosquito-borne flavivirus first identified in Uganda in 1937, has emerged over the past quarter century as a major global public health threat. Since its introduction into North America in 1999, WNV has become the leading cau...

Severely burned patients are at high risk of local and systemic infections due to skin barrier loss. Their clinical management is complex and requires coordinated intensive care and infection prevention strategies. Diagnosing infective endocarditis (...

The COVID-19 pandemic resulted in high morbidity and mortality, as well as severe social and economic disruption globally. Since the pandemic began in 2019, the severe acute respiratory syndrome, coronavirus 2, has undergone numerous changes, resulti...

Genome editing technologies, including CRISPR/Cas9, TALENs, and ZFNs, offer promising approaches to disrupt HPV oncogenes E6 and E7, thereby restoring tumor-suppressor pathways. In this review, we summarize recent preclinical findings demonstrating s...

Dermatophilosis, caused by the Gram-positive, filamentous bacterium Dermatophilus congolensis, is an important skin disease that adversely affects cattle health and productivity. It also affects other domestic and wild animals and occasionally humans...

Worldwide, polymicrobial infections (PMIs) account for an estimated 20–50% of severe clinical infection cases, with biofilm-associated and device-related infections reaching 60–80% in hospitalized patients. This review discusses the clini...

Age-related impaired wounds often become infected with bacteria, leading to substantial mortality and morbidity in the elderly. The decline in androgen levels with increasing age is believed to exacerbate inflammation during wound infections. Despite...

Stenotrophomonas maltophilia is a nosocomial pathogen that is resistant to many broad-spectrum antibiotics. This study aimed to evaluate the in vitro synergy of trimethoprim/sulfamethoxazole (SXT) combined with levofloxacin (LEV) or ceftazidime (CAZ)...

Microbiome-targeted therapies are redefining gastroenterology by delivering precision interventions that align with the body’s natural microbial ecosystem. This narrative review evaluates evidence for established approaches, probiotics, prebiot...

Background: Pancreatic stone protein (PSP) has emerged as a promising biomarker for the early diagnosis of sepsis, infectious diseases, and chronic inflammatory conditions, including cancer, diabetes, and inflammatory bowel disease. This review evalu...

Aeromonas is a genus of Gram-negative, facultatively anaerobic bacteria commonly found in aquatic environments and increasingly recognized as opportunistic pathogens. Among them, Aeromonas dhakensis stands out for its high virulence and antimicrobial...

Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) are a significant global health concern, affecting millions of people worldwide, particularly sexually active adolescents and young adults. These infections, caused by various pathogens, including bacteria, viru...

This study assessed microbiological contamination in street-sold meat products, focusing on Enterobacterales and coagulase-negative staphylococci (CoNS) species and their antibiotic resistance. Chicken and mutton street foods like shawarma and broche...

Syphilis, which is caused by Treponema pallidum, remains one of the most common congenital infection worldwide and has tremendous consequences for the mother and her developing foetus if left untreated. The complexity of the exposure to this pathogen...

The excessive use of antimicrobials drives the emergence of multidrug resistance (MDR) in bacterial strains, which harbor resistance genes to survive under diverse drug pressures. Such resistance can result in life-threatening infections. The predomi...

Trichomonas vaginalis infection (TVI) is the most common curable sexually transmitted infection (STI). In this study, we aimed to assess the performances of different tests for TVI diagnosis in symptomatic Greek women, evaluating the TVI prevalence r...

Beta-thalassemia major is an inherited disorder that requires lifelong blood transfusions, with the risk of complications including poor oral health and dental caries. The objective of this study was to compare the oral microbiome diversity and compo...

Dengue virus infection (DVI), a mosquito-borne arboviral infection, is prevalent in tropical and subtropical regions, including Bangladesh, where incidence has surged over the past three decades—particularly in urban and peri-urban areas. This...

Vaginitis is a major health concern among women, with inadequate treatment potentially leading to reproductive complications. This study aimed to assess vaginitis prevalence, identify predominant pathogens, and evaluate associated risk factors among...

Talaromyces marneffei is a zoonotic dimorphic pathogen endemic to Southeast Asia and reported in 33 countries, with an estimated 17,300 human cases and 4900 deaths annually. We aimed to identify the best available evidence regarding the epidemiologic...

Acute diarrhoeal disease caused by antibiotic-resistant diarrhoeagenic bacteria is a significant global public health issue, particularly in low- and middle-income countries. This study provides the first molecular characterisation of antimicrobial r...

Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) remain a global issue, causing health problems and financial burdens. This study aimed to provide an update on the invasive pathogens and analyze any associated factors in patients visiting Da Nang Dermato-Vener...

Hepatitis B and C (HBV and HCV) infections persist as significant public health concerns. Specific occupational groups, such as waste collectors, continue to face elevated risk due to exposure to contaminated materials. Research studies have undersco...

Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a growing concern in laboratory animals, where antibiotic use can disrupt the gut microbiome and promote resistant strains. Rabbits, commonly used in biomedical research, are particularly susceptible to gut dysbiosis...

Surgical site infections (SSIs) are one of the most common causes of hospital-acquired infections worldwide, with significant clinical and economic implications. The aim of this review was to summarize the latest body of evidence on associations betw...

The vaginal microbiome can be perturbed by various intrinsic and extrinsic factors, resulting in a state of dysbiosis that decreases the abundance of commensal lactobacilli and often leads to pathological conditions such as bacterial vaginosis, yeast...

The human microbiota plays a crucial role in maintaining host health through its considerable influence on immune function, nutrient metabolism, and overall homeostasis. While trace metals such as cobalt, lithium, and nickel are essential micronutrie...

In developing countries like Bangladesh, livestock is one of the main sources of income. Among several infectious diseases, the Gram-positive bacterium Bacillus anthracis causes a zoonotic disease named anthrax. Animal anthrax outbreaks are a frequen...

The present study investigates the prevalence and diversity of Plasmodium and Trypanosoma infections in Allochrocebus solatus, a vulnerable primate species native to Gabon. Using molecular techniques like nested PCR and phylogenetic analysis, we foun...

Device-associated infections (DAIs) are a significant public health concern because of their attributable mortality, along with the extra length of stay and cost. This two- year prospective surveillance study aimed to assess the incidence of DAIs and...

Antibiotic resistance is a global health crisis exacerbated by the misuse of antibiotics in healthcare, agriculture, and the environment. In an intensive care unit (ICU), where high antibiotic usage, invasive procedures, and immunocompromised patient...

Cervical lymphadenitis in children, often caused by bacterial infections, may require surgical drainage if initial antibiotic treatment fails. Identifying factors associated with surgical intervention may aid in treatment decision-making and improve...

Tuberculosis (TB) is an infectious disease caused by bacteria that primarily target the lungs. The transmission of this disease occurs through the air in the form of droplet nuclei. Unfortunately, there has been an emergence of resistance to strains...

Laboratory-acquired infections (LAIs) pose significant risks to laboratory personnel, public health, and the environment, despite the implementation of biosafety measures. This study provides a comprehensive analysis of global LAIs reported from 1974...

Since the nasopharynx serves as an ecological niche for Streptococcus pneumoniae, Corynebacterium spp., Haemophilus influenzae, Moraxella catarrhalis, etc., colonization is influenced by antimicrobial treatments, host immune responses, viral infectio...

Diabetic foot ulcers (DFUs) are a multifactorial pathophysiologic condition that occurs in patients with diabetes mellitus (DM). Approximately 9.1 to 26.1 million people are affected by DFUs annually. This condition can lead to progressive foot infec...

In our previous study, Lentzea sp. JNUCC 0626 was isolated from Hwasun Gotjawal on Jeju Island, and its melanogenic effects were confirmed in B16F10 melanoma cells through the identification of 1-acetyl-β-carboline. In this study, we conducted a...

One of the most dangerous and difficult side effects to treat after total hip arthroplasty (THA) is periprosthetic or superficial site infection. Blood and synovial fluid biomarkers have recently come into focus in addition to conventional systemic i...

Non-typhoidal Salmonella (NTS) infection poses a significant public health challenge globally, particularly in developing countries like India. NTS, predominantly represented by S. enterica serovars, is a major cause of intestinal and extra-intestina...

The rising global prevalence of obesity and its associated metabolic disorders highlights the urgent need for innovative, sustainable interventions. Probiotics, as modulators of gut microbiota, have emerged as promising agents in weight management by...

Microbial succession on urban masonry surfaces is a critical yet understudied aspect of environmental microbiology, with implications for public health within the One Health framework. This study investigated how building age, orientation, and vegeta...

The COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted several cardiovascular complications, including myocarditis, which can be a significant cause of sudden cardiac death in young people. SARS-CoV-2 infection can cause cardiac muscle inflammation through direct mec...

The safety precautions required for certain pathogens are different in clinical laboratories and patient-facing healthcare settings, causing confusion for laboratorians and infection preventionists. The current review aims to summarize information fr...