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Flu is particularly hard on kids this season |
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Sunday, January 11, 2026 12:19 PM |
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The CDC reported Friday that the rate of kids and teenagers hospitalized with flu is the second highest in 15 years for this point in the season. Read more. |
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Flu shot ‘more than good enough,’ says expert |
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Saturday, January 10, 2026 02:49 PM |
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This year’s flu vaccine appears to be more effective than originally predicted, according to preliminary new research. Read more. |
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Pitt’s New Digital Dentistry Labs to Provide State-of-the-Art Education and Patient Care |
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Saturday, January 10, 2026 02:16 PM |
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Three new dentistry labs at the University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine will give students and residents hands-on experience with cutting edge digital dental technology while providing patients with the latest in modern dental care. Read more. |
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The CHILD safeguarding simulation study: Co-designed cHild-centred Interprofessional Learning through Dialogue for healthcare professionals |
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Saturday, January 10, 2026 02:08 PM |
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Globally, in excess of one billion children experience violence and abuse every year, leading to upwards of 40,000 deaths. Child safeguarding education typically occurs in professional silos across healthcare, often focusing on specific undergraduate competencies. In practice, however, child safeguarding requires a multi-professional approach, necessitating effective communication in emotionally charged contexts. To address these needs, we designed an interprofessional course using simulation-based education for experienced healthcare professionals working in the emergency department. Read more. |
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US respiratory virus activity reaches high levels as flu, RSV spread |
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Saturday, January 10, 2026 01:21 PM |
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Respiratory virus activity across the United States has climbed to high levels, driven by increases in influenza and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) activity, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC’s) weekly respiratory illness update. Meanwhile, COVID-19 levels remain relatively low but show signs of an uptick. Read more. |
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OSHA makes corrections to Hazard Communication Standard |
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Saturday, January 10, 2026 01:11 PM |
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OSHA has issued several corrections to address “minor errors” in its Hazard Communication Standard for general industry (1910.1200). Read more. |
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Preoperative Professional Tooth Cleaning as a Preventive Measure for Postoperative Pneumonia in OSCC Patients: A Retrospective Study |
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Friday, January 09, 2026 03:07 PM |
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Professional tooth cleaning is a simple, low-cost preoperative oral intervention. Its role in reducing postoperative complications in oral squamous cell carcinoma (OSCC) remains unclear. Read more. |
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WHO urged to make respirator masks the standard for workers in “all healthcare settings” |
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Friday, January 09, 2026 02:59 PM |
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Doctors, scientists, and public health experts have urged the World Health Organization (WHO) to recommend that healthcare workers wear respirators “in every encounter in all healthcare settings.” Read more. |
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Beyond burnout: 10 practical wellness strategies for dental teams |
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Friday, January 09, 2026 02:54 PM |
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Burnout is a silent health and productivity killer. Read more. |
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A systematic review of antimicrobial stewardship education for undergraduate students in medicine, nursing, pharmacy, dentistry, veterinary science and midwifery using COM-B framework |
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Friday, January 09, 2026 02:31 PM |
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Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a global health challenge driven by inappropriate prescribing. Antimicrobial stewardship (AMS) education during undergraduate training is important to prepare future healthcare professionals for responsible prescribing, yet provision remains inconsistent across disciplines. To systematically review AMS educational interventions for undergraduate medical, pharmacy, nursing, dental, veterinary and midwifery students, and evaluate the behavioural coverage using the COM-B framework. Read more. |
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ADA states x-rays should only be taken when necessary, per updated guidelines |
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Friday, January 09, 2026 10:13 AM |
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The American Dental Association has updated their dental x-ray guidelines for the first time since 2012. Here's what they recommend. Read more. |
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Vaccine Integrity Project will conduct independent review of HPV vaccine |
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Thursday, January 08, 2026 05:21 PM |
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The Vaccine Integrity Project (VIP), an initiative of the University of Minnesota’s Center for Infectious Disease Research and Policy (CIDRAP), announced this week that it will conduct an independent, transparent review of the scientific evidence related to the human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine. Read more. |
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Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease on the Rise |
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Thursday, January 08, 2026 02:33 PM |
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A number of states are reporting an uptick in HFMD, a highly contagious viral illness that primarily affects infants and young children. Read more. |
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Vehicle rams front of orthodontics office, one injured |
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Thursday, January 08, 2026 02:28 PM |
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A vehicle smashed through the front of GLO Orthodontics in Landmark Office Centre Thursday morning, Jan. 8, according to Georgetown Police Department Asst. Chief Josh Nash. One person sustained non-life-threatening injuries from the collision, and the building suffered “significant” structural damage. Read more. |
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Kennedy, Rollins Unveil Historic Reset of U.S. Nutrition Policy, Put Real Food Back at Center of Health |
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Thursday, January 08, 2026 11:43 AM |
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U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. and U.S. Department of Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins today released the Dietary Guidelines for Americans, 2025–2030, marking the most significant reset of federal nutrition policy in decades. Read more. |
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Thursday, January 08, 2026 11:39 AM |
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Radon-associated lung cancer can be prevented by limiting exposure to radon in indoor air. You can start by testing radon levels in your home and installing a radon reduction system, if needed. Read more. |
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More seniors are becoming homeless. Shelters are trying to adapt |
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Wednesday, January 07, 2026 03:22 PM |
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Just outside Salt Lake City, in Sandy, Utah, there's an old, two-story brick hotel — now given new life as a homeless shelter for older adults. Read more. |
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Dentist with disciplinary history is cited for infection-control issues |
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Wednesday, January 07, 2026 11:35 AM |
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A Dubuque dentist with a history of disciplinary issues has been sanctioned by the state for inadequate infection controls in his practice. Read more. |
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Managing Readiness for High-Consequence Infectious Disease |
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Wednesday, January 07, 2026 11:25 AM |
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Sharon Carrasco DNP, APRN, ACNS-BC, ANP-C, CEN, FAEN, FAAN, FNAP, talks about safely responding to deadly pathogens such as Ebola and Lassa fever, and where the US is in terms of thinking about preparedness on a national level. Read more. |
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Scientists find remarkable link between healthy teeth and longer life |
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Wednesday, January 07, 2026 11:16 AM |
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Poor oral health may significantly reduce life expectancy, according to a new Japanese study that calls for better dental maintenance among older adults. Read more. |
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IZ Express #1,851: Immunize.org adds professional medical society guidance to website, CDC adopts HepB birth dose recommendation, and more |
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Wednesday, January 07, 2026 08:15 AM |
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IZ Express #1,851: Immunize.org adds professional medical society guidance to website, CDC adopts HepB birth dose recommendation, and more. Read more. |
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Researchers achieve the first minimally invasive coronary artery bypass |
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Tuesday, January 06, 2026 03:35 PM |
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For high-risk patients, the method could offer a safer alternative to open-heart surgery. Read more. |
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2025 NIH Research Highlights - Human health advances |
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Tuesday, January 06, 2026 03:19 PM |
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With NIH support, scientists across the United States and around the world conduct wide-ranging research to discover ways to enhance health, lengthen life, and reduce illness and disability. Read more. |
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The top cyberthreats facing practices in 2026 |
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Tuesday, January 06, 2026 11:26 AM |
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Welcome to the Dental Cybersecurity Watch, a new monthly column hosted by DrBicuspid.com. In this series, I’ll provide dental professionals with simple, straightforward guidance about how they can protect their practices, data, teams, and patients from cyber criminals and how to harness the latest technology, like AI, and put it into practice safely for you. Read more. |
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New ADA recommendations confirm dental imaging most effectively used in moderation |
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Tuesday, January 06, 2026 09:36 AM |
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Paper addresses specific clinical scenarios. Read more. |
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Blood exposure accidents and associated risk factors among dental students in Rabat, Morocco: A cross-sectional study |
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Tuesday, January 06, 2026 09:27 AM |
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Blood exposure accidents (BEAs) are a major occupational hazard for dental students. Limited data exist on their prevalence and risk factors in Morocco. Read more. |
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5 ways to let go of regret and reset your mindset for the year ahead |
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Monday, January 05, 2026 03:21 PM |
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Struggling to move past mistakes or missed opportunities from the past year? Andrew Johnston offers five practical reflections to help hygienists quiet self-criticism, reconnect with meaning, and set intentional goals for the year ahead. Read more. |
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Estimated burden of COVID-19 illnesses, medical visits, hospitalizations, and deaths in the US from October 2022 to September 2024 |
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Monday, January 05, 2026 03:00 PM |
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In this cross-sectional study, despite declining from the first (October 2022 to September 2023) to the second (October 2023 to September 2024) surveillance period, the COVID-19 burden continued to have a large impact in the U.S., particularly among adults 65 years and older, underscoring the ongoing importance of prevention measures. Read more. |
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Webinar - The 411 on Antibiotic Stewardship for Health Centers |
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Monday, January 05, 2026 11:07 AM |
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Start the year with a quick summary of the important new antibiotic guidelines and paradigm changes impacting safety net programs and Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs). Read more. |
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JADA - Do not let oral jewelry tarnish your smile |
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Monday, January 05, 2026 09:55 AM |
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Some people turn to oral bling to make a fashion statement, but piercings and tooth gems can damage your smile. Read more. |
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Characteristics of Newly Reported Chronic Hepatitis C Cases Among Adults in the United States, 2016–2023: Insights From Population-Based Surveillance |
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Monday, January 05, 2026 08:03 AM |
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Chronic hepatitis C (CHC) continues to be a significant public health issue in the United States, but comprehensive analysis of its epidemiological characteristics is limited. This analysis used data from the National Notifiable Diseases Surveillance System to examine patterns and changes in newly reported CHC. Read more. |
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Investigation on the intervention effect of clinical ergonomics education on WMSDs of dentists |
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Sunday, January 04, 2026 05:42 PM |
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Objective: To explore the effects of clinical ergonomics theoretical training combined with clinical chairside operation guidance strategy on the incidence of pain symptoms of work-related musculoskeletal disorders (WMSDs) among dentists. Read more. |
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Circadian Rhythms Could Affect Biomarkers of Infection Risk |
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Sunday, January 04, 2026 04:03 PM |
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Researchers at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center have found a link between genes that regulate the biological clock and a biomarker of innate immunity that is activated during infections. Read more. |
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How to Stay Healthy This Winter, Wherever You Go |
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Sunday, January 04, 2026 02:48 PM |
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The seasonal surge of respiratory viruses are here—and no one wants to miss out on any fun because they’re sick. Read more. |
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Usefulness of Preoperative Oral Screening for Safe Anesthesia Management |
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Saturday, January 03, 2026 01:57 PM |
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Preoperative assessment plays a crucial role in ensuring patient safety and minimizing postoperative complications. To improve perioperative management, a preoperative outpatient clinic was established at our hospital for patients scheduled to undergo surgery or examination under anesthesia. Read more. |
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