Abraar Karan
@AbraarKaraninfectious disease doctor, epidemiologist, researcher @stanford
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Looking forward to discussing our upcoming research investigating zoonotic spillover of #Marburg virus with @HelenBranswell @statnews tomorrow. Lucky to be working with an awesome team incl co-investigators at University of Nairobi, CDC & UC Davis @OneHealthUCD @StanfordKingCtr…
#Measles cases rose 20% worldwide in 2023 compared to the previous year, and vaccination rates still haven't recovered to pre-pandemic levels. trib.al/3wzRq1c
This is the energy we need to protect American public health
The pertussis immunity from the TDaP vaccine (usually given every 10 years) wanes notably faster than the tetanus and diphtheria components, leaving windows of a few years where we see people get infected. Important to be aware of this esp if you get exposed or if you think you…
More than half of a 20+ patients I saw on shift in an urgent care setting yesterday were respiratory infections. Many clinics use panels that only test covid/flu/RSV. Those were largely negative — there are other bugs circulating (seasonal coronaviruses, paraflu etc). Also saw a…
Using #wastewater viral monitoring as a sentinel surveillance tool, Drs. A. Maresso, @MikeTisza et al sounded the alarm on #H5N1 present across 10 #Texas cities. #birdFlu @NEJM @bcmhouston @BCM_Microbiome @HoustonHealth the-scientist.com/a-wastewater-s… via @TheScientistLLC
@Stanford has launched a new center dedicated to human & planetary health! The interdisciplinary hub, led by #StanDOM's Stephen Luby & Michele Barry, will tackle the interconnected challenges of health & environmental #sustainability. stanford.io/3O5upvb
“According to Henry, the teen did not have any contact with birds but did interact with a variety of other animals — including a dog, cats and reptiles — in the days before becoming ill. Henry said testing on those animals has so far been negative for the virus.” #H5N1
That’s possible. Wouldn’t be surprised if there were attempts to counter accounts that were posting about infectious diseases (not a popular topic during elections)
Are they all the bots leaving after the election? Or unrelated to this
Interesting report here— thought to be from an environmental source near the mill w/ inhalation of fungus but doesn’t seem like it was definitively found.
The 2023 Michigan paper mill #blastomycosis outbreak was the largest reported in the U.S. This fungal infection can cause serious lung issues—early diagnosis is key, especially for those with health conditions. Know the symptoms, risks, & prevention tips bit.ly/4f4umLy
Last patient discharged from treatment in Rwanda’s Marburg outbreak The 42-day countdown period covers two virus incubation periods. ow.ly/7Cno50U4HNv Photo: NIAID/Flickr cc
The Trump administration will be facing the serious threat of biological weapons from bad-actors. Detecting infectious disease outbreaks; determining if they are 'natural' or intentional; and responding accordingly is a very complex challenge. For instance, a 'natural' spillover…
I haven't looked into Bluesky but I will take a look in case I can cross-post. I will share some of my tweets on instagram as well (same handle as here)+interviews and other work I am doing
The 2023 Michigan paper mill #blastomycosis outbreak was the largest reported in the U.S. This fungal infection can cause serious lung issues—early diagnosis is key, especially for those with health conditions. Know the symptoms, risks, & prevention tips bit.ly/4f4umLy
I have noticed this as well-- have had about 2k followers drop off since last week. I will continue tweeting here on infectious diseases. #H5N1 #mpox #Marburg #Covid19
People seem to be leaving twitter/X at an accelerated rate. About 1-in-50 to 1-in-100 have left in the last week by my estimation, at least in my corner of platform. I understand why they are leaving, but I find it unfortunate nonetheless.
CDC interim guidance recommendations for #H5N1 including criteria for testing. Asymptomatic testing of high-risk workers is now part of the surveillance effort. This is important particularly because mild cases can go missed but still pose a risk, including for co-infections;…
“We’re very excited to see what people do with this” AlphaFold3 is open at last go.nature.com/4fHAfio
CDC is strengthening its #H5N1 #birdflu prevention recommendations to better protect workers in poultry and dairy operations. This includes updated PPE guidance and enhanced outreach and education efforts for farm workers and employers. bit.ly/4hFMn56
Very strong response from Rwanda on the #Marburg outbreak. We are continuing our research on understanding Marburg virus spillover in rural communities in Kenya living near infected bat colonies. Hope we can collaborate to better understand key aspects of spillover in the region.
Update on MVD | 08-11-2024 - No new case for the past 9 days - No new death for the past 3 weeks - No patient in treatment The countdown starts now! We remain vigilant
I don’t see this situation getting better but there are many possible ways that it gets much worse. #H5N1
The sheer number of human infections is worrying, says immunologist @SCOTTeHENSLEY “Every time the virus infects a human, there is a chance of random mutations that could increase the ability of this virus to infect humans.” Me in @NewsfromScience science.org/content/articl…
8 dairy farm workers (out of 115 tested) in Michigan & Colorado tested positive for #H5N1 antibodies (4 recalled being ill around the time that cows were). The most important risk factor was cleaning the milking parlor. cdc.gov/mmwr/volumes/7…
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