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In @CIDJournal, authors examined antibiotic fill patterns and 30-day readmission among drug use-associated infective endocarditis (DUA-IE) patients with and without patient-directed discharge (PDD). bit.ly/4AdAXOD
Recording now available! Watch our webinar on HCV elimination co-sponsored with @AASLDtweets, @INHepSU and @ESCMID.
Available now on the IDSA Academy: academy.idsociety.org/conten…
IDSA is co-sponsoring another free webinar on Sept. 10 at 9am EDT with @AASLDtweets, @INHepSU and @ESCMID.
Explore progress toward hepatitis C virus (HCV) elimination, incl. successes, ongoing challenges and strategies to accelerate efforts.
Register: bit.ly/4qS85bh
On IDSA’s & @HIVMA’s Science Speaks blog: Learn more postnatal CMV infection in preterm infants, how rates of IPD since the COVID-19 pandemic shape vaccine recommendations and other research in @JIDJournal ready to inform clinical practice. bit.ly/4BBski2
Join @ISHLT and IDSA's Immunocompromised Host Community of Practice on Nov. 10 at 3pm ET for a webinar examining evidence-based practices in the management of cardiac device infections.
Register: bit.ly/47KLhRZ
At #IDWeek2026, we asked IDSA staff how many IDWeeks they’ve attended, from 1 to all 15. Watch to see who’s been here since the beginning!
Calling all mid- and senior-career ID/HIV specialists! Build skills, strategies and connections to accelerate your career with the Community of Leaders program.
Learn more and apply by Dec. 3: bit.ly/4y4rIPk
On IDSA’s & @HIVMA’s Science Speaks blog: Check out insights from the editors of a new, ongoing series of articles in @CIDJournal highlighting how experienced clinicians deploy problem-solving skills to navigate complex cases. bit.ly/48mkxr0
ICYMI: Medicare’s add-on code (G0545) for inpatient and observation evaluation and management services specific to infectious diseases took effect Jan. 1, 2025, following advocacy efforts by IDSA and its members.
Learn more about the code and its impact: bit.ly/4jLcuuW
In Pt. 2 of Plagues and Icons: The Stories That Shaped ID, Dr. Calvin Kunin, 97, reflects on his groundbreaking UTI research, IDSA's early days, and a career full of unexpected turns with IDSA President-Elect @mobrito05.
Available on all apps. To watch: bit.ly/3WRnIVa
In @CIDJournal, authors compare laboratory-based tongue swab testing methods for TB screening in symptomatic patients and asymptomatic household contacts in South Africa, exploring how disease stage and bacterial load may affect test sensitivity. bit.ly/4zcLNUK
The CDC's 2026 Antimicrobial Resistance Threats Report shows that drug-resistant bacteria and fungi result in nearly 10 million infections and over 50,000 deaths each year in the U.S. cdc.gov/antimicrobial-resist…
It is imperative that Congress pass the bipartisan PASTEUR Act to drive development of lifesaving novel antimicrobials and support antimicrobial stewardship programs.
Our statement: bit.ly/4zoE06g
Congratulations to Dr. Jonathan Vilasier Iralu, recipient of IDSA’s 2026 Dorothy Horstmann Society Citation Award!
His work improving ID care for Native American communities have made a lasting impact on patient care and health equity.
Learn more: bit.ly/4kcOCAt
We grooved all night at the IDSA Foundation’s #IDWeek2026 “Global Groove: An ID Dance Party”! 💃🪩
IDSA is pleased to announce Wendy S. Armstrong, MD, FIDSA, as the Society’s new president beginning today, Oct. 25.
“Experts in infectious diseases are at the forefront of patient care, education, research and public health,” Dr. Armstrong said. “I’m honored to work alongside leaders in infectious diseases during these important and consequential times to advocate for the ID profession, patients and research; address workforce and compensation issues; strengthen the diversity of the membership; bolster pandemic preparedness, including addressing antimicrobial resistance; and work toward health care equity.”
In addition, a new vice president and three new directors were elected to serve with Dr. Armstrong:
🔹 Rajesh T. Gandhi, MD, FIDSA (@RMKGandhi), will serve as vice president.
🔹 Jacinda C. Abdul-Mutakabbir, PharmD, MPH, FIDSA (@JayCdoesID), will serve as a director.
🔹 Gonzalo Bearman, MD, MPH, FIDSA (@gonzalobearman), will serve as a director.
🔹 Sharon Weissman, MD, FIDSA, will serve as a director.
Learn more: idsociety.org/news--publicat…
Congratulations to Dr. Chanu Rhee, recipient of IDSA’s 2026 Oswald Avery Award for Early Achievement!
His groundbreaking research has advanced sepsis surveillance and management, helping shape clinical practice and public health policy.
Learn more: bit.ly/4kcOCAt
Congratulations to Rocío Hurtado, MD, DTM&H, FIDSA, recipient of IDSA’s 2026 Catherine Wilfert Clinical Teacher Award! Her dedication to mentoring the next generation of ID physicians is truly inspiring.
Learn more: bit.ly/4kcOCAt
