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Suicide deaths among dentists in the United States |
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Saturday, October 11, 2025 12:22 PM |
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Dentists experience myriad occupational stressors and are known to have an elevated risk of suicide. Previous US studies focused on suicide among White male dentists, and all studies were published before 2000. This study aimed to assess suicide mortality among male and female US dentists, to evaluate methods of suicide, and to examine trends over time. Read more. |
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Top Infectious Disease News Stories Week of October 3-October 10 |
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Saturday, October 11, 2025 12:06 PM |
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This week, learn about the Center for Discovery and Innovation's research around antivirals, the hepatitis C bill in Congress, how AI is influencing antimicrobial development, and more. Read more. |
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Can Your Dental Health Prevent Cancer? |
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Saturday, October 11, 2025 12:00 PM |
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October brings cooler weather, pumpkin spice and, of course, candy. Between Halloween parties and trick-or-treating, sweets seem to be everywhere. While enjoying a few treats is part of the fun, it’s also a good time to remember that your mouth plays a big role in more than just your smile. Read more. |
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The most frequent dental mistake in the U.S. may surprise you |
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Saturday, October 11, 2025 11:54 AM |
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At a large healthcare system in the U.S., the most frequent dental errors reported were wrong-site surgeries, and the most common reason for mistakes was a lack of policy. The study was published October 6 in the Journal of the American Dental Association. Read more. |
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‘First national study’ finds few U.S. dentists screen teens for substance use |
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Friday, October 10, 2025 05:15 PM |
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Fewer than half of U.S. dentists screen adolescents for substance use, according to what authors describe as the first national survey of dentists’ practices on the issue, published online ahead of print in the Journal of Adolescent Health. Read more. |
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Does Your Mouth Feel Dry? Don’t Ignore It |
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Friday, October 10, 2025 04:53 PM |
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Saliva does all kinds of things. If you don’t have enough, it’s not just unpleasant; it’s a challenge to oral health. Read more. |
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Measles outbreaks across the US continue to add to record case count |
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Friday, October 10, 2025 04:02 PM |
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A deadly measles outbreak in Texas ended in August, but outbreaks in other parts of the United States continue to add hundreds of new measles cases to this year’s record national total. Read more. |
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Occupational violence in health care: A systematic review |
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Friday, October 10, 2025 12:24 PM |
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In recent years, healthcare environments have witnessed an increase in incidents of violence, often attributed to dissatisfaction with the quality of services provided or with the manner in which care is delivered during healthcare assistance. Read more. |
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Dentist Shortage in Maine Has Some Pediatricians Working to Prevent Tooth Decay |
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Friday, October 10, 2025 09:44 AM |
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Maine has such a shortage of dentists that some pediatricians are also treating tooth decay. Read more. |
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CDC - Measles Cases and Outbreaks |
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Thursday, October 09, 2025 03:40 PM |
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As of October 7, 2025, a total of 1,563 confirmed* measles cases were reported in the United States. Among these, 1,542 measles cases were reported by 42 jurisdictions: Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York City, New York State, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, Wisconsin, and Wyoming. A total of 21 measles cases were reported among international visitors to the US. Read more. |
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We got your back! How dental assistants can alleviate their back pain |
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Thursday, October 09, 2025 01:06 PM |
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Dental assisting is a very physically demanding job, and it can take its toll on the body the longer you’re in the profession. Daily repetitive movements and poor posture are the most common causes of injury for dental assistants. Sitting in uncomfortable positions, leaning over patients, and moving equipment around day in and day out can cause a lot of strain on the back and, over the years, can have lasting impacts on your health. Read more. |
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Dental ergonomics and instrument design: How adaptive curettes reduce muscle strain and improve clinician comfort |
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Thursday, October 09, 2025 11:00 AM |
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Musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) affect up to 96% of dental hygienists, leading to pain, fatigue, and lost income. This article explores how adaptive curette designs reduce pinch force, muscle strain, and discomfort—helping clinicians protect their health while maintaining efficiency. Read more. |
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Who Can Get a COVID-19 Vaccine, and When Is the Best Time? |
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Thursday, October 09, 2025 10:53 AM |
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With different guidance coming from federal, regional, and state governments, we checked in with UCSF COVID policy experts to help detangle the confusion on how to stay protected. Read more. |
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Qualitative and quantitative analysis of aerosol and droplet dispersion during simulated dental implant procedures using three types of instruments |
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Thursday, October 09, 2025 10:42 AM |
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This study aimed to investigate the generation and dispersion dynamics of aerosols and droplets produced during dental procedures, including implant surgery. Read more. |
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Health Industry Cybersecurity – Sector Mapping and Risk Toolkit (SMART) |
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Wednesday, October 08, 2025 04:44 PM |
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The SMART Toolkit provides templates and a methodology to visualize, identify and measure systemic risk posed by third party technology, software and communications services essential to clinical, administrative and manufacturing workflows. This resource is intended for cybersecurity, supply chain, risk, operational and administrative executives across health industry organizations of all sizes and subsectors, including manufacturers, insurance providers, healthcare providers, public health agencies and information exchanges. Read more. |
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Burnout and patient safety: Managing workforce wellbeing to improve outcomes |
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Wednesday, October 08, 2025 10:40 AM |
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Across the UK health sector, workforce wellbeing has become a central concern in discussions about quality of care. Read more. |
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Safest States in America (2025) |
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Wednesday, October 08, 2025 09:56 AM |
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Each new headline about a mass shooting, terrorist attack, hate crime, or natural disaster reminds us how fragile safety can feel—for ourselves and for our loved ones. Beyond physical threats, Americans also face financial risks, with inflation remaining a pressing concern despite government efforts to bring it under control. Read more. |
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What heart and stroke patients should know before visiting the dentist |
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Wednesday, October 08, 2025 09:50 AM |
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Some people might consider their dentist’s office a place for talking only about the health of their teeth and gums, not their heart or brain. Read more. |
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IZ Express #1,836: Updated Immunize.org schedule resources for parents, respiratory disease season begins, and more |
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Wednesday, October 08, 2025 09:38 AM |
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IZ Express #1,836: Updated Immunize.org schedule resources for parents, respiratory disease season begins, and more. Read more. |
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Ohio Hospital Cafeteria Attack Shows Need for Safety Beyond Patient Care Areas |
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Tuesday, October 07, 2025 10:38 AM |
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Workplace violence continues to be a prevalent safety concern in healthcare facilities. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the healthcare and social service industries experience the highest rates of injuries and are five times as likely to suffer a workplace violence injury than workers in other sectors. Read more. |
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Don’t Let the Mouth Monsters Haunt Your Halloween! |
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Tuesday, October 07, 2025 10:31 AM |
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Halloween season brings costumes and candy, but it can also be the perfect time to teach kids that healthy habits can be part of the fun, too! With a few simple tricks, you can turn Halloween into a chance to teach little ones how to care for their smiles without taking away the sweetness of the season. Read more. |
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Perceptions and telemonitoring potential of smart toothbrushes among dental professionals and the public: A cross-sectional survey |
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Tuesday, October 07, 2025 10:24 AM |
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Toothbrushing is a fundamental method for maintaining oral hygiene and preventing oral diseases. However, verifying proper brushing techniques remains challenging without professional feedback. With advancements in digital healthcare, smart toothbrushes equipped with self-tracking features offer potential for telemonitoring oral hygiene. This study aimed to assess awareness, perception, and potential telemonitoring applications of smart toothbrushes among dental professionals and the general public. Read more. |
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The Clean Bite: Real Talk About Infection Control: Dental Unit Water Line Safety |
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Tuesday, October 07, 2025 10:11 AM |
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Hey Clean Biters! What’s flowing through your lines? Make DUWL safety automatic: appoint a Safety Officer, write a one-page SOP, treat daily, shock monthly, test quarterly, and document <500 CFU/mL. Grab the log—clean water, every patient, every time. Read more. |
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Take action on rural oral health, ADA urges |
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Tuesday, October 07, 2025 10:04 AM |
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The ADA expressed support for the federal government’s focus on rural health and urged the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services to recognize state-led strategies that expand the oral health workforce while maintaining high standards of care. Read more. |
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CDC Immunization Schedule Adopts Individual-Based Decision-Making for COVID-19 and Standalone Vaccination for Chickenpox in Toddlers |
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Monday, October 06, 2025 04:44 PM |
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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) today updated its adult and child immunization schedules to apply individual-based decision-making to COVID-19 vaccination and recommend that toddlers receive protection from varicella (chickenpox) as a standalone immunization rather than in combination with measles, mumps, and rubella vaccination. Read more. |
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US relies heavily on China, other nations for antibiotics |
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Monday, October 06, 2025 04:08 PM |
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A new analysis by researchers at Johns Hopkins University shows the United States has become increasingly reliant on other countries for antibiotics over the past 30-plus years. Read more. |
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Why pharmacist burnout is a patient safety issue |
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Monday, October 06, 2025 01:30 PM |
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Behind every prescription safely dispensed stands a pharmacist making dozens of clinical decisions under mounting pressure. What happens when that pressure becomes unbearable? When the professionals who are the last line of defense against medication harm are pushed to their breaking point, patient safety breaks with them. This crisis is real and it is often invisible. Read more. |
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Effect of Examination Glove Coverage on Smartwatch Contamination During Dental Hygiene Procedures |
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Monday, October 06, 2025 01:07 PM |
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The dental clinical environment is highly vulnerable to contamination from microorganisms in patients’ blood and saliva, posing a risk of cross-infection. Aerosols from the oral cavity remain airborne and concentrate around the operator and assistant. As smartwatches become more multifunctional, their use during dental procedures is increasing. This study surveyed smartwatch usage during dental hygiene procedures and analyzed the degree of bacterial contamination on smartwatch surfaces based on the type of gloves worn. Read more. |
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Raising the standard: A hygienist’s journey with dental instrument cassettes |
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Monday, October 06, 2025 01:05 PM |
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Implementing dental instrument cassettes can elevate safety, efficiency, and patient trust. See how one hygienist’s journey shows the lasting impact on workflow and clinical excellence. Read more. |
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ASSP Applauds Appointment of Longtime Member David Keeling to Lead OSHA |
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Sunday, October 05, 2025 02:32 PM |
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The American Society of Safety Professionals celebrates the Senate’s confirmation of veteran safety leader David Keeling as OSHA’s new Assistant Secretary of Labor, highlighting his decades of experience and commitment to modernizing workplace safety. Read more. |
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Their parents never got them vaccinated. As young adults, they faced a choice. |
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Sunday, October 05, 2025 02:11 PM |
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Some who received little to no vaccination in childhood sought out the shots themselves in adulthood — and risked family relationships. Read more. |
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Top Infectious Disease News Stories Week of September 27-October 3 |
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Sunday, October 05, 2025 12:51 PM |
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This week, there are C diff and hepatitis roundup reports, how COVID-19 has disrupted traditional respiratory virus patterns with summer surges now preceding the typical winter influenza season, a review of a trial comparing dalbavancin with standard intravenous therapy for Staphylococcus aureus, and more. Read more. |
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Why Do Vaccines Wear Off? |
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Saturday, October 04, 2025 08:54 AM |
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Vaccines can perform well in clinical trials, but their long-term effectiveness can vary. That’s why the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) wants better ways to track post-market performance and to know when updates or boosters might be needed. Read more. |
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5 things to know about the Commission on Dental Accreditation |
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Friday, October 03, 2025 12:43 PM |
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CODA functions independently, autonomously. Read more.
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You Think It’s Funny, but It’s Snot: Infection Prevention in Schools |
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Friday, October 03, 2025 10:53 AM |
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As the days get colder, with CDC’s school guidance, now is the time for schools to double down on air quality, hygiene, and infection prevention to protect students and staff. Read more. |
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