https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/ Published infectious-disease literature filtered to Rheumatic fever. en Wed, 09 Sep 2026 07:02:01 GMT https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-4103-ijoc-ijoc-14-26-798038bf/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-4103-ijoc-ijoc-14-26-798038bf/ Sat, 08 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT Strengthening regional health infrastructure through coordinated diagnostic expansion and reliable medication supply chains is highlighted as essential for reducing ongoing morbidity. Rheumatic fever Surveillance Diagnostics Commentary https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-5334-gh-1564-608dcc05/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-5334-gh-1564-608dcc05/ Fri, 19 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT The synthesized information supports ongoing discussions regarding prophylactic interventions and regulatory approvals for novel immunizations. Policy formulation benefits from understanding where current knowledge remains incomplete. Rheumatic fever Vaccination Treatment Health policy Journal article https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1038-s41467-026-71094-8-c913ca6c/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1038-s41467-026-71094-8-c913ca6c/ Tue, 31 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT The findings identify a perturbed T cell compartment in acute rheumatic fever and provide a mechanistic rationale for exploring currently available immune-modulating therapies to treat the disease and prevent progressive cardiac damage. Rheumatic fever Case-control study https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1136-bmjopen-2025-114968-88ac78c2/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1136-bmjopen-2025-114968-88ac78c2/ Wed, 25 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT The project addresses a critical testing gap in regions experiencing substantial disease burden by constructing a platform for future diagnostic development. Rheumatic fever Diagnostics Journal article https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1038-s41572-026-00685-y-414150e9/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1038-s41572-026-00685-y-414150e9/ Thu, 26 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT The condition represents a significant source of preventable cardiovascular morbidity and mortality worldwide, underscoring the necessity for sustained institutional funding and strategic policy alignment to reach global elimination objectives. Rheumatic fever Treatment Journal article https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1007-s44162-026-00154-w-8b6a74da/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1007-s44162-026-00154-w-8b6a74da/ Mon, 02 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT The case suggests a potential immunologic link between lupus anticoagulant antibodies and rheumatic-type cardiac valve pathology through cross-reactivity with anti-m protein pathways, though this remains mechanistically speculative. Rheumatic fever Journal article https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1016-j-anzjph-2025-100301-d7828ffc/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1016-j-anzjph-2025-100301-d7828ffc/ Sun, 01 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT Addressing persistent disparities requires improved monitoring infrastructure and targeted resource allocation to achieve established national health objectives. Rheumatic fever COVID-19 Surveillance Health policy Journal article https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-3390-healthcare13222924-8e4c34ca/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-3390-healthcare13222924-8e4c34ca/ Sat, 15 Nov 2025 00:00:00 GMT Documented knowledge deficiencies suggest that localized educational programs could strengthen preventive practices and encourage earlier clinical consultation. Integrating digital communication strategies may effectively extend the reach of these public health messages. Rheumatic fever Cross-sectional study https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1016-j-ahjo-2025-100630-7f7211ab/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1016-j-ahjo-2025-100630-7f7211ab/ Mon, 29 Sep 2025 00:00:00 GMT Findings are relevant to the lack of specific diagnostic tests for acute rheumatic fever and rheumatic heart disease in low-resource settings, where these diseases impose the greatest burden. Rheumatic fever Diagnostics Case-control study https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1136-bmjopen-2025-099827-90b6b044/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1136-bmjopen-2025-099827-90b6b044/ Thu, 17 Jul 2025 00:00:00 GMT Documented discrepancies in clinical workflows and patient outcomes underscore the necessity for harmonized regional guidelines tailored to specific epidemiological contexts. Rheumatic fever Diagnostics Cohort study https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-3390-ijerph22050686-8476387e/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-3390-ijerph22050686-8476387e/ Sat, 26 Apr 2025 00:00:00 GMT The findings point to opportunities for future health promotion on TikTok to address identified content gaps, including where to seek health services, primordial prevention, and narratives of recovery, given the platform's broad reach and primarily negative framing of rheumatic fever content. Rheumatic fever Treatment Journal article https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-26635-6965-6593-640b2fba/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-26635-6965-6593-640b2fba/ Fri, 14 Feb 2025 00:00:00 GMT Monitoring this patient group requires coordinated cross-jurisdictional tracking since most individuals undergoing continuous preventive therapy relocated to the area from northern or Pacific territories. Rheumatic fever Surveillance Treatment Journal article