Prevention of Oropharyngeal Cancer Due to Human Papillomavirus
Oropharyngeal cancer, a malignancy affecting the middle part of the throat, has increasingly been linked to persistent infection with high-risk strains of human papillomavirus (HPV),…
Prevention of Neutropenia from Cancer Chemotherapy
Neutropenia is a significant and potentially life-threatening complication of cancer chemotherapy, characterized by a reduction in absolute neutrophil count (ANC), thereby compromising the body's ability…
Prevention of Neonatal Ophthalmia (Ophthalmia Neonatorum)
Neonatal ophthalmia, also known as ophthalmia neonatorum, is an acute conjunctival infection occurring within the first 28 days of life. The condition is predominantly caused…
Prevention of Neonatal Group B Streptococcal Infection
Group B Streptococcus (Streptococcus agalactiae, GBS) is a leading cause of severe infections in newborns, including sepsis, pneumonia, and meningitis. GBS is typically found in…
Prevention of Mycobacterium Avium Complex Disease
Mycobacterium avium complex (MAC) refers to a group of nontuberculous mycobacteria (NTM), including Mycobacterium avium and Mycobacterium intracellulare. These organisms are commonly found in the…
Prevention of Muscle Cramps Associated with Heat Exhaustion
Muscle cramps linked to heat exhaustion, commonly referred to as heat cramps, are painful, involuntary muscle spasms occurring during or after intense physical activity in…
Prevention of Meningococcal Meningitis
Meningococcal meningitis is a severe bacterial infection caused by Neisseria meningitidis, which inflames the protective membranes surrounding the brain and spinal cord. Despite advancements in…
Prevention of Invasive Pulmonary Aspergillosis
Invasive pulmonary aspergillosis (IPA) is a life-threatening fungal infection predominantly affecting immunocompromised individuals, particularly those with hematologic malignancies, prolonged neutropenia, or solid organ transplants. Effective…
Prevention of Haemophilus influenzae Type b
Haemophilus influenzae type b (Hib) is a significant cause of bacterial meningitis, pneumonia, epiglottitis, and septicemia in young children. Although largely preventable through vaccination, gaps…
Prevention of Graft-Versus-Host Disease
Graft-versus-host disease (GVHD) remains a significant complication following allogeneic hematopoietic stem cell transplantation (HSCT). Effective prevention is critical to improving transplant outcomes and minimizing morbidity…