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The effectiveness of interventions to reduce the transmission of acute respiratory infections in care homes: a systematic review

This systematic review examined effective ways to prevent respiratory infections like flu and COVID-19 in care homes where elderly residents live. The researchers found that antiviral medications like oseltamivir can halve the risk of influenza even in vaccinated residents if given within 7 days of detecting a case. High-dose vitamin D supplementation (100,000 IU monthly) reduced respiratory infection risk by 40%. Educational programs to improve staff hygiene practices showed mixed results, while other supplements like probiotics did not significantly help.

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Efficacy and safety of isavuconazole for invasive fungal infections: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials

Isavuconazole is an antifungal medication used to treat serious fungal infections that can occur in people with weakened immune systems. This research review looked at three clinical trials comparing isavuconazole to other antifungal drugs and found it works just as well while being easier on the liver. Notably, isavuconazole caused fewer drug-related side effects and liver problems compared to voriconazole, another common antifungal drug.

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