C. difficile may now be causing 500,000 cases a year and contributing to more than 20,000 deaths. The epidemic is increasing.

Two GSK vaccines included in CDC recommendations

Boehringer Ingelheim's Aptivus can now be used to treat HIV-infected pediatric patients.

Some pharmacists think CDC is doing a good job selecting the right strain for the flu vaccine, others don't think so.

The feds have issued two guidances related to the use of drugs for the influenza pandemic.

In a settlement with the Connecticut attorney general, the Infectious Diseases Society of America agreed to evaluate its Lyme disease guidelines and use of antibiotics.

Lupin Pharmaceuticals announces manufacture of cefixime 400-mg tablets.

The Government Accountability Office urged Health & Human Services to prioritize practice recommendations from the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention in order to prevent hospital infections.

New Walgreens site provices information about HIV/AIDS, including signs, symptoms, treatment, and medication management.