https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/ Published infectious-disease literature filtered to Health policy. en Wed, 09 Sep 2026 07:02:01 GMT https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-62054-ijdm-0303-24-4e33d7b6/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-62054-ijdm-0303-24-4e33d7b6/ Tue, 08 Sep 2026 00:00:00 GMT The findings offer insights for public health policy in communities affected by leptospirosis, particularly regarding the need for integrated interventions targeting environmental conditions and infection treatment across species. Leptospirosis Transmission dynamics Treatment Climate and environment One Health Health policy Mathematical modelling https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1002-14651858-cd016384-84f72db7/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1002-14651858-cd016384-84f72db7/ Tue, 01 Sep 2026 00:00:00 GMT The review offers implications for practice, including communication strategies, training, and supply provision, intended to support policymakers and decision-makers managing IPC during ongoing and future pandemic responses. COVID-19 SARS Influenza Health policy Transmission dynamics Treatment Systematic review https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1016-s1473-3099-26-00132-5-db535b09/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1016-s1473-3099-26-00132-5-db535b09/ Tue, 01 Sep 2026 00:00:00 GMT Applying southeast Asia-derived clearance thresholds in Africa may obscure early signals of artemisinin partial resistance and delay policy responses, supporting the need for region-specific surveillance criteria. Malaria Surveillance Treatment Health policy Journal article https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-3389-fmed-2026-1888345-083371ad/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-3389-fmed-2026-1888345-083371ad/ Fri, 28 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT The case suggests that contrast-enhanced MRI for accurate hydrocephalus subtyping and rapid pathogen identification via metagenomic sequencing may inform decisions about non-neurosurgical management in selected S. suis meningitis cases with communicating hydrocephalus. Streptococcus suis Treatment One Health Health policy Guideline https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-4269-ajtmh-26-0054-7a6f8f75/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-4269-ajtmh-26-0054-7a6f8f75/ Thu, 27 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT The synthesized recommendations supply practical frameworks for adjusting national control campaigns, optimizing funding deployment, and mitigating structural impediments that delay disease clearance objectives. Filariasis Health policy Surveillance Transmission dynamics Diagnostics Treatment Journal article https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1007-s10198-026-01985-6-b3161585/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1007-s10198-026-01985-6-b3161585/ Wed, 26 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT The findings suggest that public acceptance of preparedness policies may depend on perceived moral legitimacy as well as expected effectiveness and financial cost. The abstract reports that incorporating these preference differences into economic evaluation could inform consideration of societal acceptability. Influenza Outbreak investigation Health policy Journal article https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1186-s40249-026-01491-0-094906d7/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1186-s40249-026-01491-0-094906d7/ Tue, 25 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT The results emphasize the importance of predictable domestic funding, robust monitoring systems, and sustainable local partnerships to maintain endemic disease control during systemic crises. COVID-19 SARS One Health Treatment Surveillance Health policy Commentary https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-3329-jcmcta-v37i1-91645-b980d6a0/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-3329-jcmcta-v37i1-91645-b980d6a0/ Tue, 25 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT Expanded dengue syndrome represents a rare but severe manifestation of dengue infection with multi-organ involvement and high fatality risk. The case series suggests hemoadsorption may offer a treatment option when standard intensive care fails, though the evidence base is limited to three cases. Dengue Treatment Health policy Guideline https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1002-14651858-cd016299-pub2-93bce51c/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1002-14651858-cd016299-pub2-93bce51c/ Mon, 24 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT The authors highlight that the main challenge is not a lack of primary studies but the absence of strategic synthesis aligned with decision-making, and call for greater emphasis on epidemiological and implementation outcomes beyond entomological endpoints to support scalable dengue control, particularly in endemic and resource-constrained settings. Dengue Vaccination Climate and environment Health policy Systematic review https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1097-qco-0000000000001234-117d9b89/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1097-qco-0000000000001234-117d9b89/ Mon, 24 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT The review is framed around the U.S. resurgence of maternal and congenital syphilis, noting associated neonatal morbidity and mortality and calling for more practical, safe management approaches. Syphilis Congenital syphilis Syphilis in pregnancy Treatment Health policy Guideline https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-24976-discov-med-202638211-205-da1dffa9/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-24976-discov-med-202638211-205-da1dffa9/ Mon, 24 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT The authors argue that sustained declines in standardized LTBI rates co-exist with a growing absolute caseload, implying that TB elimination efforts require prevention-oriented policies targeting progression to active disease, especially in ageing and other high-risk populations. Tuberculosis Health policy Journal article https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-3389-fphar-2026-1862886-7d080baa/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-3389-fphar-2026-1862886-7d080baa/ Mon, 24 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT The manuscript consolidates comparative safety and efficacy data to inform clinical guidelines regarding newly approved nucleotide prodrugs for chronic hepatitis B management. Hepatitis B Chronic hepatitis B Hepatitis D Treatment Health policy Systematic review https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1007-s40471-026-00405-w-511150c9/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1007-s40471-026-00405-w-511150c9/ Fri, 21 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT Clarifying the scope and availability of these monitoring frameworks may streamline epidemiological investigations and support more effective emergency management strategies. SARS COVID-19 Influenza Surveillance Outbreak investigation Health policy Journal article https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1088-2976-601x-ae8dd4-7e93f829/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1088-2976-601x-ae8dd4-7e93f829/ Fri, 21 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT The research highlights critical gaps in agricultural risk management that could facilitate pathogen persistence and impact broader food security frameworks. Influenza H5N1 One Health Outbreak investigation Climate and environment Health policy Journal article https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1186-s13690-026-02047-2-9b6ef2f5/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1186-s13690-026-02047-2-9b6ef2f5/ Fri, 21 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT The findings highlight the continued risk posed by persistent WPV1 transmission in endemic areas and the geographic spread of cVDPVs, informing the need for improved campaign quality, sustained surveillance, expanded nOPV2 use where cVDPV2 transmission persists, and strategic resource allocation under declining global health funding. Poliomyelitis Acute flaccid paralysis Surveillance Outbreak investigation Transmission dynamics Vaccination Climate and environment Health policy Journal article https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-3390-covid6080148-2608d6ae/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-3390-covid6080148-2608d6ae/ Thu, 20 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT The work addresses food security, a key public health concern, by linking pandemic-related value chain disruption in the Global South to policy options for resilience. COVID-19 Health policy Journal article https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-3390-vaccines14080717-24db60bc/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-3390-vaccines14080717-24db60bc/ Thu, 20 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT The authors frame the findings as relevant to vaccination policy, arguing that controlling for healthy-vaccinee bias is important when comparing vaccine effectiveness and that, during a period of high vaccine availability and COVID-19 mortality, Moderna was associated with lower COVID-19 mortality than Pfizer. A higher Moderna dose is suggested as a possible explanation. COVID-19 Vaccination Vaccine effectiveness Health policy Journal article https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-14746-pp-2026-31-2-9-244d3704/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-14746-pp-2026-31-2-9-244d3704/ Wed, 19 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT The findings document policy responses aimed at mitigating economic consequences of pandemic-related disruptions, including effects on employment and business continuity. COVID-19 Health policy Journal article https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1371-journal-pgph-0006013-e7f7fafa/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1371-journal-pgph-0006013-e7f7fafa/ Tue, 18 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT Widespread adult susceptibility points to potential vulnerabilities for severe clinical outcomes in mature cohorts and expectant mothers, underscoring the potential value of introducing pediatric vaccination initiatives. Varicella Zoster Surveillance Vaccination Health policy Cross-sectional study https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1371-journal-pone-0354822-21d017fb/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1371-journal-pone-0354822-21d017fb/ Mon, 17 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT The findings can inform decision-making, public health strategies, and policy development to protect vaccinated populations at elevated risk. The results support recommendations from Canada's National Advisory Committee on Immunisation for specific groups to remain current with COVID-19 vaccination to reduce severe outcomes. COVID-19 SARS Vaccination Health policy Cohort study https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-3389-fitd-2026-1842769-295ce969/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-3389-fitd-2026-1842769-295ce969/ Mon, 17 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT Integrating environmental monitoring into routine disease management protocols could enhance operational resilience during overlapping health emergencies. Developing targeted training modules on ecological risk assessment may improve how local teams adjust interventions to shifting conditions. Malaria Cholera COVID-19 Climate and environment Transmission dynamics Diagnostics Health policy Cross-sectional study https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1111-jocn-70505-b5ee4456/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1111-jocn-70505-b5ee4456/ Sun, 16 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT The review frames digital patient decision aids as a possible support for shared decision-making in COPD, with outcome evidence centered on decision quality and user experience measures. AIDS Health policy Guideline https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1016-j-ijid-2026-109062-7d805aff/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1016-j-ijid-2026-109062-7d805aff/ Sat, 01 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT Incorporating supplementary information streams into routine monitoring networks may strengthen anticipatory capabilities for future viral circulation waves. COVID-19 SARS Surveillance Transmission dynamics Health policy Journal article https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1016-j-jinf-2026-106779-e698d70a/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1016-j-jinf-2026-106779-e698d70a/ Sat, 01 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT The findings support a simplified risk-stratified approach to initiating extended infant postnatal prophylaxis, potentially enabling more targeted and resource-efficient prevention of mother-to-child HIV transmission during breastfeeding. AIDS Transmission dynamics Health policy Guideline https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1016-j-jinf-2026-106795-1705c1ac/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1016-j-jinf-2026-106795-1705c1ac/ Sat, 01 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT The data illustrate how coordinated immunization efforts and temporary behavioral modifications can substantially suppress regional transmission cycles. Shifting pathogen dominance following targeted immunization suggests current prophylactic approaches may require broader formulation to address emerging viral variants. COVID-19 Vaccination Surveillance Transmission dynamics Health policy Journal article https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1016-j-vaccine-2026-128782-31151627/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1016-j-vaccine-2026-128782-31151627/ Sat, 01 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT The modeled results indicate that a fully funded influenza vaccination policy for older adults could reduce modeled influenza-related health outcomes while lowering societal costs in the evaluated setting. The abstract specifically highlights implementation for older adults, including the oldest age groups. Influenza Vaccination Health policy Commentary https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1016-j-vaccine-2026-128825-7a56d639/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1016-j-vaccine-2026-128825-7a56d639/ Sat, 01 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT Regulatory measures appear capable of producing temporary shifts in immunization behavior, underscoring the value of strategic communication and phased implementation to preserve coverage during administrative changes. COVID-19 SARS Vaccination Health policy Journal article https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1016-j-vaccine-2026-128839-f5b67b79/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1016-j-vaccine-2026-128839-f5b67b79/ Sat, 01 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT The findings highlight persistent variation in healthcare worker vaccination policies across Europe despite recent expansion. The authors note that harmonized, evidence-based policies are needed to protect both healthcare personnel and patients amid resurgence of vaccine-preventable diseases. COVID-19 Pertussis Diphtheria Influenza Tetanus Zoster Hepatitis A Tuberculosis Mumps Rubella Varicella Hepatitis B Poliomyelitis Measles Vaccination Health policy Journal article https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1016-j-vaccine-2026-128842-36d8c80c/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1016-j-vaccine-2026-128842-36d8c80c/ Sat, 01 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT The synthesized data supply real-world effectiveness metrics that inform health policy regarding vaccine deployment across varied clinical risk categories and aging populations. Zoster Vaccination Vaccine effectiveness Health policy Systematic review https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1016-j-vaccine-2026-128846-d9886d88/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1016-j-vaccine-2026-128846-d9886d88/ Sat, 01 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT Immunization programs may achieve higher enrollment by aligning educational campaigns with accessible, patient-focused service models. Influenza Vaccination Health policy Journal article https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1016-j-vaccine-2026-128901-32f06a9d/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1016-j-vaccine-2026-128901-32f06a9d/ Sat, 01 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT The findings describe associations between social-media engagement, legislators' anti-vaccination communication, and links to low-credibility sources. The abstract places these patterns in the context of political communication and public-health governance. COVID-19 Vaccination Health policy Journal article https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1016-j-vaccine-2026-128907-dee036dc/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1016-j-vaccine-2026-128907-dee036dc/ Sat, 01 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT The authors highlight the need for vaccine manufacturers and public- and animal-health policymakers to anticipate potentially lower public acceptance of mRNA vaccines and of animal-source foods derived from mRNA-vaccinated livestock, noting that scientific development must be matched by public acceptability for new vaccines to be optimally used. COVID-19 SARS Vaccination Health policy Cross-sectional study https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1016-j-vaccine-2026-128924-527b04f5/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1016-j-vaccine-2026-128924-527b04f5/ Sat, 01 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT The work indicates that sustaining high immunization levels depends on stable administrative frameworks and clear accountability structures. It recommends evaluating health system management whenever unexpected disease increases occur without clear community resistance. Measles Rubella Vaccination Outbreak investigation Health policy Systematic review https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1016-j-vaccine-2026-128934-45e5ca27/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1016-j-vaccine-2026-128934-45e5ca27/ Sat, 01 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT Scaling up advanced immunization protocols for senior citizens may reduce seasonal disease burden and alleviate pressure on medical facilities during peak viral circulation periods. Influenza Vaccination Vaccine effectiveness Health policy Journal article https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1016-j-vaccine-2026-128936-0b54e812/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1016-j-vaccine-2026-128936-0b54e812/ Sat, 01 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT The modeling results suggest that integrating adult demographics into future immunization campaigns could optimize resource allocation and disease reduction in highly affected regions. Policymakers might consider these economic parameters when planning next-generation preventive tools against this parasitic infection. Schistosomiasis Vaccination Vaccine effectiveness Treatment Health policy Journal article https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1016-j-vaccine-2026-128999-3ae5f35e/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1016-j-vaccine-2026-128999-3ae5f35e/ Sat, 01 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT Recognizing these informational deficits and structural hurdles enables stakeholders to design more effective outreach strategies aimed at expanding immunization rates within vulnerable demographics. Japanese Encephalitis Vaccination Travel medicine Health policy Systematic review https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1038-s41467-026-75909-6-e2e28e53/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1038-s41467-026-75909-6-e2e28e53/ Sat, 25 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT The findings suggest that biomarkers developed for symptomatic tuberculosis triage should not be directly adopted for community-based asymptomatic screening without additional optimization. Tuberculosis Diagnostics Health policy Journal article https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-3390-v18070777-34f2cd01/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-3390-v18070777-34f2cd01/ Wed, 15 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT The article addresses animal health and welfare, food security, and economic effects within the European livestock sector. It presents disease- and country-adapted vaccination policy and DIVA-based surveillance as approaches discussed in the article for supporting animal welfare and economic stability. Influenza H5N1 Vaccination Outbreak investigation Surveillance Health policy Journal article https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1038-s41467-026-74737-y-6f2038f6/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1038-s41467-026-74737-y-6f2038f6/ Fri, 26 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT The work addresses an urgent regional challenge by quantifying how strategic antimalarial policy adjustments could preserve drug efficacy and reduce clinical failures over a six-year timeframe. Malaria Treatment Transmission dynamics Health policy Mathematical modelling 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/10-1186-s12879-026-13565-3-2bd53b71/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1186-s12879-026-13565-3-2bd53b71/ Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT By establishing uniform evaluation criteria and mapping financial requirements, the report aims to accelerate the deployment of accessible testing instruments that align with regional elimination timelines. Chagas disease Diagnostics Health policy Treatment Guideline https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1186-s12879-026-13803-8-cf9a44fe/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1186-s12879-026-13803-8-cf9a44fe/ Sat, 13 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT The findings address vaccine-preventable PCC burden in a high-risk age group during the first post-pandemic season and are positioned as input for vaccination policy, communication, and clinical decision-making. COVID-19 SARS Vaccination Vaccine effectiveness Health policy Cohort study https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1016-s2214-109x-26-00017-3-75b4e89a/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1016-s2214-109x-26-00017-3-75b4e89a/ Mon, 08 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT Policymakers must integrate these operational hurdles into immunization planning to prevent systematic exclusion of younger demographics from emerging therapeutic protections. Tuberculosis Vaccination Vaccine effectiveness Health policy Journal article https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1016-j-vaccine-2026-128593-9785ac97/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1016-j-vaccine-2026-128593-9785ac97/ Fri, 01 May 2026 00:00:00 GMT Rising regional disease incidence contrasts with the exclusion of the prophylactic agent from official immunization schedules, highlighting the need for occupational-specific interventions and financial support mechanisms to mitigate transmission risk. Tick-borne encephalitis Vaccination Climate and environment Health policy Cross-sectional study https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1016-j-vaccine-2026-128478-c29116fc/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1016-j-vaccine-2026-128478-c29116fc/ Wed, 01 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT The findings indicate that a district-level vaccination campaign delivered through community healthcare centers may be relevant to efforts to increase influenza vaccination among school-age children. The abstract describes potential effects on other age groups, but it does not establish effects beyond the modeled setting. Influenza Vaccination Transmission dynamics Climate and environment Surveillance Health policy Mathematical modelling https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1093-cid-ciaf680-1dec909d/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1093-cid-ciaf680-1dec909d/ Wed, 01 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT The article provides an evidence-based framework for selecting antiviral treatments for adults with mild to moderate COVID-19. The supplied abstract does not report population-level outcomes or surveillance findings. COVID-19 SARS Treatment Health policy Guideline https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1093-cid-ciag117-456ee7d4/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1093-cid-ciag117-456ee7d4/ Mon, 02 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT The article is relevant to vaccination policy and prevention planning for RSV among people with compromised immunity, a group identified in the abstract as experiencing more severe RSV outcomes. It also addresses coadministration with influenza and COVID-19 vaccines and vaccination status among eligible household members. COVID-19 Influenza Vaccination Health policy Treatment Systematic review https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1093-cid-ciag098-44827986/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1093-cid-ciag098-44827986/ Sat, 14 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT Universal testing for GAS pharyngitis incurs cost and inconvenience for low-risk individuals, while clinician judgment alone is unreliable. Standardized clinical scoring systems may improve diagnostic triage, helping to identify which patients warrant testing based on criteria including fever, tonsillar findings, cervical lymphadenopathy, and absence of cough. Group A streptococcal pharyngitis Health policy Diagnostics Systematic review 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/10-1056-nejmsa2514268-02817cc7/ https://globalinfectiousdisease.com/research/articles/10-1056-nejmsa2514268-02817cc7/ Thu, 04 Dec 2025 00:00:00 GMT The review addresses disrupted U.S. vaccine advisory processes by providing an independent evidence base to support immunization decisions against major respiratory viruses for the 2025–2026 season. COVID-19 Influenza Vaccination Vaccine effectiveness Health policy Systematic review