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NIDCR’s quarterly newsletter - Winter 2023 |
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Wednesday, December 06, 2023 11:36 AM |
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NIDCR’s quarterly newsletter - Winter 2023. Read more. |
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Home Test to Treat program extends nationwide |
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Wednesday, December 06, 2023 11:28 AM |
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Program now offers testing, telehealth and treatment for COVID-19 and flu. Read more. |
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Researchers Working to Create Universal Flu Vaccine |
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Wednesday, December 06, 2023 10:41 AM |
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It's National Influenza Vaccination Week. Cleveland Clinic researchers are working to create a universal flu vaccine, which wouldn't need to be updated annually like it does now. Read more. |
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IZ Express #1,729: NIVW, influenza rising, vaccination urged, and more |
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Wednesday, December 06, 2023 09:30 AM |
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IZ Express #1,729: NIVW, influenza rising, vaccination urged, and more. Read more. |
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Infectivity of exhaled SARS-CoV-2 aerosols is sufficient to transmit covid-19 within minutes |
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Tuesday, December 05, 2023 04:39 PM |
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Exhaled SARS-CoV-2-containing aerosols contributed significantly to the rapid and vast spread of covid-19. However, quantitative experimental data on the infectivity of such aerosols is missing. Here, we quantified emission rates of infectious viruses in exhaled aerosol from individuals within their first days after symptom onset from covid-19. Read more. |
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Healthcare-associated infections fell at US hospitals in 2022, report says |
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Tuesday, December 05, 2023 04:35 PM |
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New data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) show significant declines in healthcare-associated infections (HAIs) at US acute care hospitals in 2022. Read more. |
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Addressing the ‘what-ifs’ of workplace violence |
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Tuesday, December 05, 2023 04:31 PM |
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Is your workplace ready to respond to an incident? Read more. |
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AI, blockchain and phone scans: UIC researchers bring new technology to dentistry |
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Tuesday, December 05, 2023 04:25 PM |
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Dentistry is experiencing a quiet but dramatic technological evolution. Many of the advances in artificial intelligence and big data that are changing the way we work, shop and find entertainment may soon make it easier for dentists to personalize care, monitor patients and develop new treatment options. Read more. |
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Clearing the Air - All About Airborne Viruses |
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Tuesday, December 05, 2023 04:07 PM |
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Nobody likes being sick with a virus. It can feel even worse if you get your loved ones sick, too. But you can keep your family healthier by learning ways to prevent viruses from spreading. Read more. |
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5 Things to Know about HIPAA When Patients Request Dental Records |
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Monday, December 04, 2023 11:41 AM |
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This article aims to clarify the patient’s rights and provide references for dental professionals who may need to address this issue in their practice. Read more. |
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Just Say No to Heated Waterlines |
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Monday, December 04, 2023 11:39 AM |
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We have a new dental hygienist who said her previous office’s waterlines were heated. Wouldn’t this pose a bacteria risk? Read more. |
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The Crucial Role of PPE in Infection Control |
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Monday, December 04, 2023 11:36 AM |
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Oral health professionals must prioritize the correct selection and use of personal protective equipment to safeguard against infectious diseases. Read more. |
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Dental Assistant Apprenticeship Programs Initiated to Address Workforce Shortages |
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Monday, December 04, 2023 11:34 AM |
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Dental organizations nationwide are addressing workforce shortages by introducing dental assisting training and apprenticeships. Read more. |
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INFLUENZA VACCINATION MITIGATES SEVERE COMPLICATIONS IN HOSPITALIZED PATIENTS: A TEN-YEAR OBSERVATIONAL STUDY, SPAIN, 2009-2019 |
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Monday, December 04, 2023 11:31 AM |
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A ten-year observational study in Spain demonstrates that influenza vaccination significantly lowers the risk of severe complications in hospitalized patients during flu epidemics. Read more. |
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Study suggests dental professionals can play a crucial role in identifying signs of chronic disease |
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Sunday, December 03, 2023 01:25 PM |
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Dental professionals can make a marked and positive difference to public health by being trained to spot some of the key markers of chronic disease, according to new research. Read more. |
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Personal protective equipment during COVID-19 A natural history of dental and dental hygiene regulatory guidance in Canada |
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Sunday, December 03, 2023 01:23 PM |
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Due to the evolving nature of COVID-19, there is evidence that COVID-19–specific infection prevention and control guideline (IPCG) documents formulated for oral health care settings are also changing rapidly. To better inform future policies, a comprehensive review of all IPCG documents across different phases of restrictions for oral health care practitioners is required. Read more. |
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Dental staff meetings: Time to let the team shine |
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Sunday, December 03, 2023 01:20 PM |
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Do your dental staff meetings serve to motivate team members and remedy challenges—or not so much? Read on for expert tips on meetings that can truly elevate your dental practice. Read more. |
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Oral Rinse Detects Mouth and Throat Cancers |
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Sunday, December 03, 2023 01:19 PM |
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A researcher at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center, part of the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, is leading the development of an oral rinse for detecting mouth and throat cancers. Read more. |
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What leads people to take action on disease prevention? |
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Sunday, December 03, 2023 01:16 PM |
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When making important decisions about disease prevention, who do you listen to? Medical institutions? Or perhaps the people around you? Your answer might reveal more about your personal circumstances than you would expect. Read more. |
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Hygiene, Heart, and Leadership: Transforming Dental Office Culture |
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Saturday, December 02, 2023 06:25 PM |
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I want to reach all of you who are struggling in your offices and hopefully empower you to be a leader in your own world. To your family, friends, co-workers, patients, and everyone you encounter, being a leader is an effective way to start moving a culture of kindness into your life and the lives around you. Read more. |
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Physician and Rep. Raul Ruiz: The infectious disease doctor shortage threatens future pandemic preparednes |
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Saturday, December 02, 2023 06:23 PM |
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In 2009, I was practicing in the emergency department when the H1N1 pandemic emerged. Then, I saw firsthand the vital role infectious disease physicians played in not only facilitating a coordinated public health response, but also helping patients, providers, and the public navigate the uncertainty that comes with confronting a novel virus. While on the frontlines of that pandemic, I depended on our community’s infectious disease specialists as I worked in real-time to provide patients with the answers and care they needed. Read more. |
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Defending Health Care Facilities: Winter Pest Control and Sanitation Strategies |
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Saturday, December 02, 2023 06:16 PM |
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Cold weather can attract pests seeking warmth and shelter in health care facilities. Learn effective strategies, including sanitation and pest management, to protect patients this winter. Read more. |
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ECU dental school partners with University of Florida on research grant |
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Saturday, December 02, 2023 06:04 PM |
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An Eastern Carolina university and a university in Florida have teamed up to create a research network within and between two of their graduate programs. Read more. |
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The Latest In Infectious Disease |
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Saturday, December 02, 2023 05:59 PM |
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This week's news includes a Massachusetts hospital facing a lawsuit for potential HIV and hepatitis exposure, a study shows reduced mortality rates in combining vancomycin and cefazolin in patients with bloodstream infections, a PCR-based rapid test can de-escalate antibiotic therapy quicker for bloodstream infections, and how the implementation of new College of American Pathologists rules presents an opportunity for collaboration between clinical microbiology laboratories and infectious disease pharmacists and physicians. Read more. |
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How Long Does COVID Stay in Your System? |
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Friday, December 01, 2023 11:49 AM |
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Emergency room visits for COVID-19 are increasing across the country, suggesting that cases of the virus are also on the rise. If you happen to contract COVID-19, it’s understandable to wonder how long COVID stays in your system, both in terms of infectiousness and protective antibodies. Read more. |
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What is mycoplasma pneumonia, the illness driving an outbreak in Ohio? |
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Friday, December 01, 2023 11:45 AM |
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China and Denmark have also reported outbreaks of mycoplasma pneumonia, a respiratory illness caused by bacteria. Read more. |
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Loupes for dental hygienists: What to know before you buy |
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Friday, December 01, 2023 11:31 AM |
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Buying the right pair of loupes is an important step in a dental hygienist's career. Here's what to consider and ask. Read more. |
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Dental unit waterline safety: What is (and isn't) going well |
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Friday, December 01, 2023 11:27 AM |
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Dental unit waterlines are a perfect environment for bacterial growth and have to be properly maintained for safety. But a new survey reveals that isn't happening, for a lot of reasons. Read more. |
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Friday, December 01, 2023 09:47 AM |
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Each year on December 1st, CDC joins the global community to observe World AIDS Day, a day in which we raise awareness about HIV and recommit to improving the lives of people impacted by this disease worldwide. The theme for this year’s observance, “World AIDS Day 35: Remember and Commit,” calls on communities around the world to remember and honor lives lost to HIV-related illnesses and commit to efforts that end HIV as a global health threat. Read more. |
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Tuberculosis is the deadliest infectious disease in the world, and cases are on the rise in Colorado |
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Thursday, November 30, 2023 06:12 PM |
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You may think COVID-19 is the world’s deadliest infectious disease, but it’s actually tuberculosis or TB, and cases of TB are on the rise this year after a 10-year decline. Read more. |
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Is your workplace ‘lung-friendly’? |
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Thursday, November 30, 2023 06:10 PM |
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Many workers have been diagnosed with some form of lung condition, such as asthma or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, which means working in a lung-friendly workplace is key. Read more. |
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Does an ergonomic dentist stool design have a positive impact on musculoskeletal health during intraoral scans and tooth preparation? |
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Thursday, November 30, 2023 05:45 PM |
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This study aimed to evaluate the effects of an ergonomic dentist stool design on muscle activity and fatigue in dentists. Read more. |
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MMWR Weely - December 1, 2023 |
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Thursday, November 30, 2023 05:37 PM |
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Weekly / Vol. 72 / No. 48. Read more. |
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Soda tax may be linked to drop in dental-related hospital stays |
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Thursday, November 30, 2023 05:11 PM |
More than 5,500 hospital admissions for tooth decay for kids may have been prevented due to the implementation of a soft drink tax in the U.K., according to a study recently published in BMJ Nutrition, Prevention, and Health. Read more.
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Long COVID happens in nursing homes, too, study finds |
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Wednesday, November 29, 2023 03:08 PM |
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On average, nursing home residents who caught COVID-19 and survived had effects that lasted about nine months. In addition, 30% of those who had a confirmed case of COVID-19 died during the study follow-up period, more than twice the percentage that died in the comparison group. Read more. |
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