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Gut bacterial composition and predicted functional profiles associated with depressive symptom burden in Japanese adults recruited independently of depression diagnosis

Reported associations between depressive symptoms and the gut microbiota have been inconsistent, particularly with respect to predicted microbial function. We conducted an exploratory cross-sectional study of 17 adults to examine associations of depressive symptom burden with fecal bacterial composition and predicted functional potential. Depressive symptoms were assessed using the Japanese…

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DIPHTHERIA CRISIS: THE IMMUNISATION GAP

PAT ONUKWULI argues for surveillance and a catch-up vaccination in schools and communities An earlier article, “Nigeria’s Immunisation Gap,” warned that vaccine availability must not be mistaken for…

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