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Study: Pathogens that cause surgical infections may be coming from patients' skin |
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Thursday, April 11, 2024 03:56 PM |
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A study of patients who developed infections after spinal surgery found that for most, the bacteria causing the infection was present on their skin before surgery, researchers reported yesterday in Science Translational Medicine. Read more. |
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CDC: Spike in measles cases poses threat to US elimination status |
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Thursday, April 11, 2024 03:51 PM |
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A rapid rise in measles cases in the first months of 2024 threatens the United States' elimination status, a situation the nation hasn't faced since 2019, when prolonged outbreaks posed a similar problem, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) said today. Read more. |
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Microbe Normally Found in the Mouth May Drive Progression of Colorectal Cancer |
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Thursday, April 11, 2024 01:40 PM |
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Colorectal cancer is a leading cause of death from cancer in the United States. We know that risk of colorectal cancer goes up with age, certain coexisting health conditions, family history, smoking, alcohol use, and other factors. Researchers are also trying to learn more about what leads colorectal cancer to grow and spread. Now, findings from a new study supported in part by NIH add to evidence that colorectal tumor growth may be driven by a surprising bad actor: a microbe that’s normally found in the mouth. Read more. |
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The Shifting Responsibilities of Infection Preventionists |
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Thursday, April 11, 2024 11:09 AM |
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The role of infection preventionists (IPs) has evolved significantly over 75 years, from early surveillance of nosocomial infections to becoming data-driven experts navigating pandemics like COVID-19. Read more. |
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David E. Barmes Global Health Lecture 2024 | Global HIV/AIDS Response: Then, Now, Future |
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Wednesday, April 10, 2024 04:32 PM |
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NIDCR and the NIH Fogarty International Center (FIC) present the David E. Barmes Global Health Lecture 2024: Global HIV/AIDS Response: Then, Now, Future. The keynote speaker is Ambassador John Nkengasong, Ph.D., U.S. Global AIDS Coordinator and Special Representative for Global Health Diplomacy, overseeing the U.S. President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR). NIH Director Monica Bertagnolli, M.D., and the directors of NIDCR and FIC will also give remarks. Read more. |
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IZ Express #1,751: CDC parent-friendly vaccine schedules, CDC Health Advisory on avian influenza, and more |
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Wednesday, April 10, 2024 01:22 PM |
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IZ Express #1,751: CDC parent-friendly vaccine schedules, CDC Health Advisory on avian influenza, and more. Read more. |
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Exploring the Microbiome Landscape of Dental Plaque: A Cross-Sectional Analysis in Periodontal Health and Disease |
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Wednesday, April 10, 2024 12:24 PM |
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This study aimed to comprehensively analyze the microbiome of dental plaque in individuals with varying periodontal statuses, encompassing both periodontal health and disease. The primary objectives were to identify microbial markers associated with different clinical conditions, explore variations in microbial diversity, and investigate potential correlations between the oral microbiome and clinical parameters. Read more. |
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Vaping increases risk of heart disease |
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Wednesday, April 10, 2024 10:06 AM |
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Individuals who have used e-cigarettes containing nicotine at any point in their lives have a 19% higher risk of developing heart failure compared to those who have never used vapes, according to a study published April 2 by the American College of Cardiology. Read more. |
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Poor oral health linked to negative long-term systemic health outcomes |
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Tuesday, April 09, 2024 02:02 PM |
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Those who report having poor oral health are as likely to have negative long-term systemic health outcomes as those previously diagnosed with periodontal disease, or gum disease, according to a new Tufts University School of Dental Medicine study published in The Journal of the American Dental Association. Read more. |
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Study suggests antibiotics before dental surgery cut risk of heart infection in high-risk patients |
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Tuesday, April 09, 2024 01:55 PM |
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A systematic review and meta-analysis found that the use of antibiotics prior to invasive dental procedures was associated with a reduced risk of infective endocarditis (IE) in high-risk patients, but not in those considered moderate- or low-risk, US and European researchers reported late last week in JAMA Cardiology. Read more. |
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Doctors take on dental duties to reach low-income and uninsured patients |
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Tuesday, April 09, 2024 01:46 PM |
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Pediatrician Patricia Braun and her team saw roughly 100 children at a community health clinic on a recent Monday. They gave flu shots and treatments for illnesses like ear infections. But Braun also did something most primary care doctors don't. She peered inside mouths searching for cavities or she brushed fluoride varnish on their teeth. Read more. |
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Development of interprofessional education programmes in nursing care and oral healthcare for dental and nursing students |
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Tuesday, April 09, 2024 09:13 AM |
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Interprofessional education (IPE) is essential for healthcare students to collaborate effectively in multidisciplinary teams. This study aimed to identify the effect of IPE programmes in nursing care and oral healthcare on dental and nursing students' perceptions of interprofessional collaboration. Read more. |
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Patients with Special Needs and Complex Conditions: Addressing the Need and Provider Shortage |
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Monday, April 08, 2024 12:15 PM |
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For the many people in New York State living with a developmental disability or a chronic health condition, accessing dental care can be a huge struggle. Many dentists lack the training and facilities to treat these patients effectively. Read more. |
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Weekly Rounds: Urgent Need for PPE, Enhancing Polio Surveillance, and More |
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Monday, April 08, 2024 12:11 PM |
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Here are 5 highlights from Infection Control Today®'s (ICT®’s) wide-ranging coverage of the infection prevention and control world. Everything from interviews with known opinion leaders to the news that infection preventionists and other health care professionals can use on their jobs. Read more. |
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What to know about common drugs and dental treatment |
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Monday, April 08, 2024 11:38 AM |
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Every year, more than 4 billion prescriptions are dispensed. Do you know exactly what meds your patients are taking and how they might affect dental treatment? Here are some common drugs you may encounter and advice for when you do. Read more. |
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Middletown woman worked as an advanced dental assistant in Bucks County without license: AG |
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Monday, April 08, 2024 10:42 AM |
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Horne was arraigned Friday before Bensalem District Judge Michael Gallagher on charges including multiple counts of prohibited use of radiation source, which are second-degree felonies, and misdemeanor charges for falsely claiming to hold a professional occupation license. Read more. |
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As temperatures warm, valley fever fungus vastly expands its range |
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Monday, April 08, 2024 10:15 AM |
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A warming planet is creating more hospitable conditions for an exotic and sometimes deadly disease. Read more. |
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Review: Mpox in healthcare workers rarely tied to worksite exposure |
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Sunday, April 07, 2024 12:07 PM |
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A California Department of Public Health review of 109 cases of healthcare professionals (HCP) with lab-confirmed mpox published last week in Infection Control & Hospital Epidemiology found that 90% had nonoccupational risk factor exposures, and only 1 case was tied to workplace exposure, likely from a sharps injury. Read more. |
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CDC issues health alert for bird flu infection in US |
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Saturday, April 06, 2024 11:53 AM |
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The U.S. CDC on Friday issued a health alert to inform clinicians, state health departments and the public of a case of avian influenza in a person who had contact with dairy cows presumed to be infected with the virus. Read more. |
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Ensuring Safety and Comfort: The Urgent Need for Well-Fitted PPE in Health Care |
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Saturday, April 06, 2024 11:50 AM |
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Personal protective equipment (PPE) stands as the first line of defense against infectious diseases in health care. Yet, the issue of ill-fitting PPE, especially for women, remains a significant challenge. Read more. |
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Far-UVC light can virtually eliminate airborne virus in an occupied room |
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Saturday, April 06, 2024 07:48 AM |
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A new study by Columbia researchers now shows that far-UVC light inactivated nearly all (>99%) of an airborne virus in an occupied work environment, showing that the technology can work as well in a real-life scenario as in the laboratory. Read more. |
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An oral cancer screening ‘can be lifesaving’ |
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Saturday, April 06, 2024 07:43 AM |
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Oral and oropharyngeal cancers account for more than 58,000 new cancer cases each year in the U.S. alone, according to the Oral Cancer Foundation. Early detection is crucial for successful treatment, making routine dental check-ups more than about clean teeth and fresh breath. Read more. |
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Musculoskeletal disorders and work ability among dentists and dental students in Finland |
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Saturday, April 06, 2024 07:32 AM |
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This study aimed to reveal the relationship between MSD, work ability and sickness absences in Finnish dentists and dental students. Read more. |
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MMWR Weekly - April 4, 2024 |
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Friday, April 05, 2024 11:55 AM |
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Weekly / Vol. 73 / No. 13. Read more. |
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Floss & Flip Flops – Episode 28 – Oral Cancer Awareness Month with Susan Cotten |
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Friday, April 05, 2024 11:53 AM |
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Join the Sanders sisters and Oral Cancer expert Susan Cotten, BSDH, RDH, OMT, as they dive deep on screening and the hygienist’s role in vital early detection. Read more. |
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Start of a New Trend? Hepatitis C Cases Drop in the U.S. |
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Friday, April 05, 2024 11:31 AM |
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New U.S. hepatitis C infections dropped slightly in 2022, a surprising improvement after more than a decade of steady increasesopens in a new tab or window, federal health officials said Wednesday. Read more. |
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Interim Infection Prevention and Control Recommendations for Measles in Healthcare Settings |
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Friday, April 05, 2024 09:48 AM |
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Measles is most commonly acquired from persons in the household or community, but spread of measles can also occur in healthcare settings. Read more. |
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Funding assistance available to dentists impacted by Change Healthcare cyberattack |
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Friday, April 05, 2024 09:44 AM |
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ADA continues to monitor resources available to affected providers. Read more. |
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New resources available as measles cases continue to rise. |
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Thursday, April 04, 2024 01:28 PM |
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Measles cases have risen to 97 this year, which is more than all of last year, according to new data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Read more. |
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CDA - Dentists can shine a light on oral cancer |
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Thursday, April 04, 2024 11:21 AM |
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April marks the arrival of Oral Cancer Awareness Month. This month serves as a poignant reminder of the importance of early detection, education, and support for patients with oral cancer. CDA encourages dentists and their teams to join the fight against this often silent yet potentially deadly disease and offers resources to assist your efforts. Read more. |
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Here's what to know about dengue, as Puerto Rico declares a public health emergency |
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Wednesday, April 03, 2024 04:08 PM |
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Puerto Rico has issued a public health emergency after recording an unusually rapid rise in dengue cases over the first few months of this year. Read more. |
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Test Your Knowledge of Bleeding Disorders. |
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Wednesday, April 03, 2024 04:06 PM |
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Bleeding disorders are conditions in which the blood does not clot normally because certain proteins in the blood are missing or do not work properly. Read more. |
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IZ Express #1,750: CDC Health Advisory on serogroup Y meningococcal disease, nirsevimab timing, and more |
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Wednesday, April 03, 2024 01:58 PM |
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IZ Express #1,750: CDC Health Advisory on serogroup Y meningococcal disease, nirsevimab timing, and more. Read more. |
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Register for the Sustainability in Dentistry Summit to learn about eco-friendly practices |
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Wednesday, April 03, 2024 01:49 PM |
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FDI’s Sustainability in Dentistry virtual summit returns from 18th–20th June, highlighting best practices and solutions for delivering environmentally sustainable oral healthcare. Read more. |
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How lung distress from SARS-CoV-2 can cause heart damage |
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Wednesday, April 03, 2024 01:17 PM |
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SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, can trigger a life-threatening condition called acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS), in which fluid leaks into the lungs and prevents oxygen from passing into the body. Other complications of COVID-19 include systemic inflammation and cardiovascular complications. Read more. |
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