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View article: Self-testing for 5 respiratory viruses in adult VACCELERATE volunteers in Germany—a pilot study on multi-pathogen rapid antigen testing to monitor community-acquired acute respiratory infections
Self-testing for 5 respiratory viruses in adult VACCELERATE volunteers in Germany—a pilot study on multi-pathogen rapid antigen testing to monitor community-acquired acute respiratory infections Open
Background Acute respiratory infections (ARI) are the most common human infections. Diagnostic testing for respiratory pathogens is largely restricted to medical institutions. Self-testing may allow for real-time epidemiological monitoring…
View article: Approaches to Invasive Fungal Diseases in Paediatric Cancer Centres: An Analysis of Current Practices and Challenges in Germany, Austria and Switzerland
Approaches to Invasive Fungal Diseases in Paediatric Cancer Centres: An Analysis of Current Practices and Challenges in Germany, Austria and Switzerland Open
Background Invasive fungal diseases (IFD) pose significant challenges in paediatric oncology. Their management is complicated by limited paediatric‐specific evidence, lack of standardised protocols and variability in resources across centr…
View article: Pediatricians’ Attitudes and Knowledge of RSV Immunization Products
Pediatricians’ Attitudes and Knowledge of RSV Immunization Products Open
Purpose Nirsevimab and the maternal vaccination in pregnancy are newly introduced prevention strategies against respiratory syncytial virus (RSV). This study evaluated pediatricians’ knowledge, attitudes, and barriers to RSV immunization i…
View article: Data Interoperability in COVID-19 Vaccine Trials: Methodological Approach in the VACCELERATE Project
Data Interoperability in COVID-19 Vaccine Trials: Methodological Approach in the VACCELERATE Project Open
Background Data standards are not only key to making data processing efficient but also fundamental to ensuring data interoperability. When clinical trial data are structured according to international standards, they become significantly …
View article: The Paediatric European Confederation of Medical Mycology (<scp>ECMM</scp>) Quality (Paed‐<scp>EQUAL</scp>) <i>Candida</i> Score for the Management of Candidaemia in Children and Neonates
The Paediatric European Confederation of Medical Mycology (<span>ECMM</span>) Quality (Paed‐<span>EQUAL</span>) <i>Candida</i> Score for the Management of Candidaemia in Children and Neonates Open
Candidaemia in children is associated with high mortality. The epidemiology of Candida bloodstream infection is changing with rising rates of fluconazole resistance worldwide and the emergence of novel multidrug‐resistant species such as C…
View article: Global guideline for the diagnosis and management of candidiasis: an initiative of the ECMM in cooperation with ISHAM and ASM
Global guideline for the diagnosis and management of candidiasis: an initiative of the ECMM in cooperation with ISHAM and ASM Open
View article: Learning from post-COVID-19 condition for epidemic preparedness: a variable catalogue for future post-acute infection syndromes
Learning from post-COVID-19 condition for epidemic preparedness: a variable catalogue for future post-acute infection syndromes Open
View article: Innovative approaches for vaccine trials as a key component of pandemic preparedness – a white paper
Innovative approaches for vaccine trials as a key component of pandemic preparedness – a white paper Open
View article: Challenges in assessing the immunization status of adults in Germany—lessons from a population-based VACCELERATE survey on polio vaccination
Challenges in assessing the immunization status of adults in Germany—lessons from a population-based VACCELERATE survey on polio vaccination Open
View article: Fungal diversity in the soil Mycobiome: Implications for ONE health
Fungal diversity in the soil Mycobiome: Implications for ONE health Open
View article: Perspectives of European Patient Advocacy Groups on Volunteer Registries and Vaccine Trials: VACCELERATE Survey Study
Perspectives of European Patient Advocacy Groups on Volunteer Registries and Vaccine Trials: VACCELERATE Survey Study Open
Background The VACCELERATE Pan-European Scientific network aims to strengthen the foundation of vaccine trial research across Europe by following the principles of equity, inclusion, and diversity. The VACCELERATE Volunteer Registry networ…
View article: Challenges in assessing the immunization status of adults in Germany – Lessons from a population-based VACCELERATE survey on polio vaccination
Challenges in assessing the immunization status of adults in Germany – Lessons from a population-based VACCELERATE survey on polio vaccination Open
Purpose Considering the re-emergence of poliomyelitis (PM) in non-endemic regions, it becomes apparent that vaccine preventable diseases can rapidly develop epi- or even pandemic potential. Evaluation of the current vaccination status is r…
View article: Community Antibiotic Consumption in Cyprus for the Period 2015 to 2022
Community Antibiotic Consumption in Cyprus for the Period 2015 to 2022 Open
Background: Cyprus currently reports to ESAC-Net the total consumption of antimicrobials, without distinguishing between hospital and community-based antibiotic use. As a result, these data can only provide generalized insights into antimi…
View article: Predicting the next pandemic: VACCELERATE ranking of the World Health Organization's Blueprint for Action to Prevent Epidemics
Predicting the next pandemic: VACCELERATE ranking of the World Health Organization's Blueprint for Action to Prevent Epidemics Open
Influenza, SARS-CoV, SARS-CoV-2, and Ebola virus were found to be the most concerning pathogens with pandemic potential, characterised by transmissibility through respiratory droplets and a reported history of epidemic or pandemic outbreak…
View article: The Challenges of Vaccine Trial Participation among Underserved and Hard-to-Reach Communities: An Internal Expert Consultation of the VACCELERATE Consortium
The Challenges of Vaccine Trial Participation among Underserved and Hard-to-Reach Communities: An Internal Expert Consultation of the VACCELERATE Consortium Open
Underserved and hard-to-reach population groups are under-represented in vaccine trials. Thus, we aimed to identify the challenges of vaccine trial participation of these groups in member countries of the VACCELERATE network. Seventeen Nat…
View article: 2642. Multipathogen Antigen Test Kit (MAK-5) – Distribution and Frequency of Viral Respiratory Diseases in Germany among Volunteers in the VACCELERATE Registry
2642. Multipathogen Antigen Test Kit (MAK-5) – Distribution and Frequency of Viral Respiratory Diseases in Germany among Volunteers in the VACCELERATE Registry Open
Background Currently, SARS-CoV-2 is the predominant viral respiratory pathogen. However, during winter season other viruses may cause acute respiratory infection (ARI). Most cases of non-severe ARI are not systematically tested, thus, dist…
View article: 380. The first two years of the European VACCELERATE volunteer registry
380. The first two years of the European VACCELERATE volunteer registry Open
Background The VACCELERATE Volunteer Registry is an active single-entry point for European residents interested in clinical trial participation. It has received funding from the European Union’s Horizon 2020 research and innovation program…
View article: KIT DE TESTE DE ANTÍGENO MULTIPATOGÊNICO (MAK-5): DISTRIBUIÇÃO E FREQUÊNCIA DE DOENÇAS RESPIRATÓRIAS VIRAIS NA ALEMANHA ENTRE VOLUNTÁRIOS DO REGISTRO VACCELERATE
KIT DE TESTE DE ANTÍGENO MULTIPATOGÊNICO (MAK-5): DISTRIBUIÇÃO E FREQUÊNCIA DE DOENÇAS RESPIRATÓRIAS VIRAIS NA ALEMANHA ENTRE VOLUNTÁRIOS DO REGISTRO VACCELERATE Open
Introdução: Atualmente, o SARS-CoV-2 é o patógeno respiratório viral predominante. Entretanto, durante o inverno, outros vírus podem causar infecções respiratórias agudas (IRAS). O diagnóstico diferencial é necessário para facilitar o trat…
View article: Staphylococcus epidermidis induced toxic shock syndrome (TSS) secondary to influenza infection
Staphylococcus epidermidis induced toxic shock syndrome (TSS) secondary to influenza infection Open
Background To date, few cases of TSS caused by coagulase negative (CoN) staphylococci have been reported in the literature. Recent data show that CoN staphylococci are capable of secreting a number of enterotoxins and cytotoxins, normally …
View article: P1562: THE FIRST TWO YEARS OF THE EUROPEAN VACCELERATE VOLUNTEER REGISTRY
P1562: THE FIRST TWO YEARS OF THE EUROPEAN VACCELERATE VOLUNTEER REGISTRY Open
Topic: 30. Infections in hematology (incl. supportive care/therapy) Background: The VACCELERATE Volunteer Registry is an active single-entry point for European residents interested in clinical trial participation. It has received funding f…
View article: Fighting the hidden pandemic of antimicrobial resistance in paediatrics: recommendations from the International Pediatric Association
Fighting the hidden pandemic of antimicrobial resistance in paediatrics: recommendations from the International Pediatric Association Open
View article: BMC Infect Dis Journal Staphylococcus epidermidis induced Toxic Shock Syndrome (TSS) following influenza infection
BMC Infect Dis Journal Staphylococcus epidermidis induced Toxic Shock Syndrome (TSS) following influenza infection Open
Background To date, few cases of TSS caused by coagulase negative (CoN) staphylococci have been reported in the literature. Recent data show that CoN staphylococci are capable of secreting a number of enterotoxins and cytotoxins, normally …
View article: Enhancing Public Health Communication Regarding Vaccine Trials: Design and Development of the Pan-European VACCELERATE Toolkit
Enhancing Public Health Communication Regarding Vaccine Trials: Design and Development of the Pan-European VACCELERATE Toolkit Open
Background The pan-European VACCELERATE network aims to implement the first transnational harmonized and sustainable vaccine trial Volunteer Registry, being a single entry point for potential volunteers of large-scale vaccine trials across…
View article: Osteoarticular Mycoses
Osteoarticular Mycoses Open
Osteoarticular mycoses are chronic debilitating infections that require extended courses of antifungal therapy and may warrant expert surgical intervention. As there has been no comprehensive review of these diseases, the International Con…
View article: Vaccination rates in Europe are not associated with online media intensity
Vaccination rates in Europe are not associated with online media intensity Open
To map the public information about COVID-19 vaccines and vaccine trials in Europe, we have compiled an inventory of online communication materials from official sources (e.g., governments, public agencies, and NGOs) via directed online re…
View article: Impact assessment of COVID-19 non-pharmaceutical interventions in long term care facilities in Cyprus: Safety improvement strategy
Impact assessment of COVID-19 non-pharmaceutical interventions in long term care facilities in Cyprus: Safety improvement strategy Open
View article: Acinetobacter baumannii Antibiotic Resistance Mechanisms
Acinetobacter baumannii Antibiotic Resistance Mechanisms Open
Acinetobacter baumannii is a Gram-negative ESKAPE microorganism that poses a threat to public health by causing severe and invasive (mostly nosocomial) infections linked with high mortality rates. During the last years, this pathogen displ…
View article: Fulminant cryptococcal meningoencephalitis after successful treatment of primary cutaneous cryptococcosis
Fulminant cryptococcal meningoencephalitis after successful treatment of primary cutaneous cryptococcosis Open
To our knowledge, this is the first case of fulminant cryptococcal meningoencephalitis following long latency after adequately treated primary cutaneous infection.
View article: Meropenem vs standard of care for treatment of neonatal late onset sepsis (NeoMero1): A randomised controlled trial
Meropenem vs standard of care for treatment of neonatal late onset sepsis (NeoMero1): A randomised controlled trial Open
Within this study population, we found no evidence that meropenem was superior to SOC in terms of success at TOC, short term hearing disturbances, safety or mortality were similar in both treatment arms but the study was underpowered to de…
View article: Is Piperacillin-Tazobactam Effective for the Treatment of Pyelonephritis Caused by Extended-Spectrum β-Lactamase–Producing Organisms?
Is Piperacillin-Tazobactam Effective for the Treatment of Pyelonephritis Caused by Extended-Spectrum β-Lactamase–Producing Organisms? Open
Background Limited data exist regarding the efficacy of piperacillin-tazobactam (TZP) for the management of nonbacteremic pyelonephritis caused by extended-spectrum β-lactamase (ESBL)-producing organisms. Methods We conducted a multicenter…