A5003556422- Pneumonia and Respiratory Infections
- Long-Term Effects of COVID-19
- Streptococcal Infections and Treatments
- Antimicrobial Resistance in Staphylococcus
- COVID-19 Clinical Research Studies
- COVID-19 and Mental Health
- Respiratory viral infections research
- Neonatal and Maternal Infections
- SARS-CoV-2 and COVID-19 Research
- Urinary Tract Infections Management
- Preterm Birth and Chorioamnionitis
- Bacterial Identification and Susceptibility Testing
- Bacterial Infections and Vaccines
- Influenza Virus Research Studies
- Pneumocystis jirovecii pneumonia detection and treatment
- Antibiotic Resistance in Bacteria
- Sepsis Diagnosis and Treatment
- Global Maternal and Child Health
- Salmonella and Campylobacter epidemiology
- Toxoplasma gondii Research Studies
- COVID-19 and healthcare impacts
- Bartonella species infections research
- Brucella: diagnosis, epidemiology, treatment
- Respiratory Support and Mechanisms
- Parvovirus B19 Infection Studies
Bar-Ilan University
2016-2025
Poriya Medical Center
2019-2025
Western Galilee Hospital
2013-2024
Johns Hopkins Hospital
2024
Sechenov University
2023
Imperial College London
2023
All India Institute of Medical Sciences Rishikesh
2023
All India Institute of Medical Sciences Raipur
2023
Azrieli College of Engineering Jerusalem
2023
University of Oxford
2021
Abstract The effectiveness of Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) vaccines against the long-term COVID-19 symptoms expressed by a substantial proportion patients is not well understood. We determined whether vaccination with BNT162b2 mRNA vaccine was associated incidence reporting post-SARS-CoV-2 infection. invited individuals PCR-tested for SARS-CoV-2 infection at participating hospitals between March 2020 and November 2021 to fill an online questionnaire that included information about...
Abstract Background Long COVID is a post-severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) infection characterised by not recovering for several weeks or months following the episode. The effectiveness of COVID-19 vaccines against long-term symptoms well understood. We determined whether vaccination was associated with incidence reporting post-SARS-CoV-2 Methods invited individuals who were PCR tested SARS-CoV-2 at participating hospitals between March 2020-November 2021 to fill...
Listeria monocytogenes is a foodborne pathogen that causes life-threatening infections in elderly, immunocompromised, and pregnant women. In pregnancy it may cause fetal loss or preterm delivery, the neonate prone to neonatal sepsis death.We created cohort of all L. cases during 10 years (1998-2007) Israel, by comprehensive review hospitals throughout country reported Ministry Health.One hundred sixty-six pregnancy-related listeriosis were identified, resulting yearly incidence 5-25 per 100...
The impact of Coronavirus disease-2019 (COVID-19) extends beyond health, potentially affecting long-term income and employment dynamics. In Israel, disparities exist between Jewish Arab populations across many dimensions, including socioeconomic. study's primary aim was to compare changes in among COVID-19-infected non-infected participants Jews Arabs, the two main population groups comprising Israel. We conducted a cross-sectional study March 2021 June 2022 adults employed prior pandemic,...
Mycoplasma pneumoniae is one of the most common pathogens that causes community-acquired respiratory tract infection. Outbreaks are well known, and all age groups susceptible. An outbreak in an army training unit afforded opportunity to identify possible risk factors for morbidity.An illness occurred a comprising 91 trainees was investigated analyzed as cohort study. M. infection suspected on clinical grounds confirmed by polymerase chain reaction, culture, serologic testing. Data regarding...
Abstract Background Most pediatric coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) is mild. We assessed nationally severe COVID-19, including inflammatory multisystem syndrome (PIMS), in hospitalized children. Methods An ongoing, prospective, national surveillance was conducted from March 2020 through 2021, at 20 hospitals treating children <18 years across Israel (~75% of Israeli hospitals). Results Overall, 1007 cases (439 outpatients and 568 hospitalized) identified represent 0.35% COVID-19...
Abstract Background Following 13-valent pneumococcal conjugate vaccine (PCV13) implementation in infants worldwide, overall and vaccine-type invasive disease (IPD) rates declined children, with variable indirect impact on adults. Methods A population-based, prospective, nationwide active surveillance of IPD Israel, 2004–2019 (for adults ≥18 years, 2009–2019). The 7-valent PCV (PCV7)/PCV13 were implemented Israel July 2009/November 2010, respectively, >90% uptake children <2...
Abstract We describe an 8-week-old infant with severe gastrointestinal symptoms, significant hypoalbuminemia, and mild carditis following asymptomatic infection acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2). The infant’s including their temporal appearance, were consistent multisystem inflammatory in children (MIS-C). A unique finding on colonic histology which may shed light the pathogenesis of MIS-C was identified. patient improved significantly several anti-inflammatory...
Cat-scratch disease (CSD), caused primarily by Bartonella henselae, is a common etiology of infectious regional lymphadenopathy. Lymphadenopathy preceded primary inoculation lesion and may progress to suppuration. Laboratory diagnosis CSD hampered the limitations available confirmatory tests. PCR, in general, highly sensitive specific; however, clinical sensitivity varies greatly between studies. We aimed identify specimens PCR assays best suited for using national registry uniform case...
The introduction of highly active antiretroviral therapy for HIV led to significant declines in HIV-associated morbidity and mortality children. Nonadherence is the leading cause treatment failure HIV-infected patients. ability recognize nonadherence suboptimal, differentiating it from other causes inadequate viral suppression may be difficult.The purpose this work was examine efficacy hospital-based directly observed assessing adherence medications children adolescents suspected failing...
To describe the clinical characteristics of children hospitalized with 2009 influenza A(H1N1) infection in Israel and risk factors associated this infection.Prospective collection data on infection.Seven medical centers around Israel. Patients From July 12, 2009, to December 24, all patients 18 years or younger acute respiratory unspecified febrile illness were screened for virus by reverse transcription-polymerase chain reaction.Prospective confirmed infection.Clinical hospitalization...
Fever of unknown origin (FUO) is a rare manifestation cat scratch disease (CSD). Data regarding CSD-associated FUO (CSD-FUO), particularly in adults, are limited. We aimed to study manifestations and long-term clinical outcome.A national CSD surveillance has been conducted Israel since 1991. obtained using questionnaires, review medical records, telephone interviews. was defined as fever ≥14 days without an identifiable cause. CSD-FUO patients were identified the 2004-2017 registry....
Maternal carriage and vertical transmission of extended-spectrum, beta-lactamase-producing Enterobacteriaceae (ESBL-E), such as Escherichia coli, hamper the treatment infections, resulting in high morbidity. E. coli is most frequent cause early-onset neonatal sepsis (EOS) preterm infants, where ESBL-E are more frequently isolated. In this prospective, case-controlled study, maternal rectovaginal colonization to infants were assessed 160 women with premature rupture membranes (PPROM; 57.4%)...
Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) strains are prevalent in healthcare and the community. Few studies have examined MRSA carriage among medical students. The aim of this study is to examine (SA) carriage, particular MRSA, over time cohort students Prospective collection nasal swabs from Israel assessment SA carriage. Three samples were taken per student preclinical clinical parts studies. Antibiotic susceptibilities recorded typing was performed by staphylococcal cassette...