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Uncommon intraoral source of generalized tetanus: Case report and review of intensive care strategies |
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Friday, March 06, 2026 11:38 AM |
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A 54-year-old male developed generalized tetanus after manipulating a tooth with a toothpick, causing bleeding. Read more. |
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MMWR Weekly - March 5, 2026 |
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Thursday, March 05, 2026 02:44 PM |
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Weekly / Vol. 75 / No. 8. Read more. |
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Automated CT scan analysis could fast-track clinical assessments |
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Thursday, March 05, 2026 02:09 PM |
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A research team funded by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) has developed a versatile machine learning model that could one day greatly expand what medical scans can tell us about disease. Scientists used their tool, named Merlin, to assess 3D abdominal computed tomography (CT) scans, accomplishing tasks as simple as identifying anatomical features to as complex as predicting disease onset years in advance. Despite being developed as a general-purpose CT model, Merlin surpassed a gauntlet of similar automated tools in tasks they were specifically built to handle. Read more. |
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WastewaterScan Dashboard - A public database that monitors sewage to track the presence of infectious diseases |
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Thursday, March 05, 2026 10:59 AM |
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Through wastewater monitoring, we track more than a dozen infectious diseases across the country and share our findings here. Read more. |
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CDC Details Seasonal Trends for Respiratory Viruses in the United States |
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Thursday, March 05, 2026 10:29 AM |
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SARS-CoV-2 and respiratory syncytial virus continue to cause significant morbidity and mortality in the US, particularly among infants and older adults, underscoring the importance of vaccination, hand hygiene, optimizing ventilation, and adherence to isolation protocols. Read more. |
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Tuberculosis In Children Being Adopted From Non-US Countries |
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Thursday, March 05, 2026 10:19 AM |
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Every year, more than 1000 children born outside the US are adopted by parents in the US. Just like anyone immigrating to the US, these children, before being approved for immigration, must receive a medical examination by a physician who has been approved by the US Department of State. Read more. |
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Vaccine Integrity Project kicks off evidence review of Tdap vaccine in pregnancy |
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Wednesday, March 04, 2026 05:00 PM |
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The Vaccine Integrity Project (VIP) at the University of Minnesota’s Center for Infectious Disease Research and Policy (CIDRAP) today said it will independently review the safety and efficacy of the tetanus, diphtheria, and pertussis (Tdap) vaccine in pregnancy. Read more. |
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The High Cost of Healthcare Violence |
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Wednesday, March 04, 2026 11:22 AM |
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As workplace violence increases, healthcare facilities face mounting financial and operational disruptions- prompting legislative action. Read more. |
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How age alters sepsis outcomes |
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Wednesday, March 04, 2026 10:20 AM |
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Scientists have long known that as people age, they become more susceptible to severe disease. Part of the reason is that the immune system becomes less effective at fighting off microbes. Another factor is lower disease tolerance—the protective defense response that blunts the tissue and organ damage caused by infectious microbes. Read more. |
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IZ Express #1,863: State vaccine recommendations, International HPV Awareness Day, measles update, and more |
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Wednesday, March 04, 2026 07:50 AM |
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IZ Express #1,863: State vaccine recommendations, International HPV Awareness Day, measles update, and more. Read more. |
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Penicillin Allergy and Dental Implant Outcomes: A Review |
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Tuesday, March 03, 2026 11:56 AM |
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Dental implants are widely used to replace missing teeth, providing a long-term solution for patients seeking functional and esthetic restoration. Concerns about implant failure and post-surgical complications, however, can arise, particularly in patients with known penicillin allergies. Read more. |
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Human Monkey Pox- Dental Implications and Public Health Emergency |
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Tuesday, March 03, 2026 11:48 AM |
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Given the recent spread of MPXV in non-endemic areas where dentists are not accustomed to include this illness in the differential diagnosis, it is now expected that all dental healthcare providers be knowledgeable about the oral signs of MPX. Read more. |
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Psychological safety in health care: Why speaking up saves lives |
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Tuesday, March 03, 2026 11:32 AM |
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In health care, we often equate high performance with speed, efficiency, and clinical excellence. Yet many teams that look successful on paper struggle beneath the surface. Staff hesitate to speak up, junior clinicians avoid asking questions, and small concerns go unreported until they become serious problems. In these environments, performance may appear strong, but it is fragile. Read more.
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Former IT contractor pleads guilty to Geisinger data breach |
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Tuesday, March 03, 2026 11:23 AM |
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A former employee of Microsoft subsidiary Nuance has pleaded guilty to a 2023 data breach involving over 1.2 million patient records at Danville, Pa.-based Geisinger. Read more. |
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Targeted Assessment for Burnout (TAB) |
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Tuesday, March 03, 2026 10:24 AM |
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The Targeted Assessment for Burnout (TAB) may be used by public health partners or individual healthcare facilities at any time to identify potential factors which may contribute to burnout. Read more. |
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Visitors urged to stay in vehicles at Middle Creek as avian flu spreads |
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Monday, March 02, 2026 07:29 PM |
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Visitors to the Middle Creek Wildlife Management Area are being asked to stay in their vehicles to help prevent the spread of avian flu. Read more. |
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CDC: Unvaccinated international traveler spread measles to 17 other travelers to, within US |
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Monday, March 02, 2026 06:39 PM |
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An unvaccinated adult who traveled from Europe to the United States while infectious with measles last year spread the virus to 17 other people, researchers from the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) write in The Journal of Infectious Diseases. Read more. |
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US study shows rising prevalence of fungal infection |
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Monday, March 02, 2026 06:37 PM |
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Analysis of a nationally representative sample of electronic health record (EHR) data shows aspergillosis diagnoses increased by more than 5% annually in the United States from 2013 through 2023, US researchers reported late last week in Open Forum Infectious Diseases. Read more. |
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FDI's new infographics: Oral health awareness for other healthcare professionals |
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Monday, March 02, 2026 06:25 PM |
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FDI has released 14 infographics to help healthcare professionals integrate oral health into routine care. Supported by Haleon, the resources promote prevention, early detection, and collaboration across disciplines. Read more. |
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Paediatricians’ blood used to make new treatments for RSV and colds |
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Monday, March 02, 2026 12:21 PM |
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Antibodies harvested from the blood of paediatricians are up to 25 times better at protecting against the common respiratory infection RSV than existing antibody therapies, and are now being developed as preventative treatments. Read more. |
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Avian flu surges in Pennsylvania: Can it spread to pets? |
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Sunday, March 01, 2026 02:34 PM |
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Avian flu is on the rise in Pennsylvania, but can it spread to pets? Read more. |
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Top Infectious Disease News Stories Week of February 22 - February 28 |
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Sunday, March 01, 2026 01:06 PM |
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This week, read about the newest measles update, a clinician's insights on treating the respiratory disease, as well as the latest HIV therapeutic data coming from the CROI conference. Read more. |
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What every dentist needs to know about microplastics and dental materials |
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Saturday, February 28, 2026 01:28 PM |
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Microplastics (MPs), defined as plastic particles ranging from 1 μm to 5 mm, have become a growing concern with potentially significant implications for human health. Originating from diverse sources, including consumer products, industrial activities, and biomedical supplies, MPs have been detected in water, food, air, and even human tissues. This review focuses on the potential health risks and sources of MPs, particularly those arising from dental products. Read more. |
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WHO updates all 3 viral strains to be included in fall flu shots |
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Saturday, February 28, 2026 08:44 AM |
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The World Health Organization (WHO) today recommended that vaccine manufacturers completely change the three viral strains included in the vaccines for the Northern Hemisphere’s next influenza season. Read more. |
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Measles Update: February 27, 2026 |
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Friday, February 27, 2026 01:54 PM |
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The latest CDC numbers show a 15.7% increase of measles cases from week-to-week. This is another large jump in cases, especially from last week where there was a 7.8% increase. The data also shows further outbreak spread across more states. Read more. |
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The danger of zinc in denture adhesives |
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Friday, February 27, 2026 01:51 PM |
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Zinc or zinc-free? What’s best for denture adhesives? Join us in Medical History Mysteries as we talk about the addition of zinc to denture adhesives and what you need to know to help guide your patients. Read more. |
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Dental assistants are the power behind the practice |
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Friday, February 27, 2026 01:46 PM |
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A dental practice is like a car, with many moving pieces coming together seamlessly to provide safe, quality, and efficient care to patients. But the engine behind it all — often working in the background — is a dental assistant. Read more. |
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MMWR Weekly - February 26, 2026 |
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Friday, February 27, 2026 11:28 AM |
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Weekly / Vol. 75 / No. 7. Read more. |
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Oral health and systemic health outcomes: a call for interdisciplinary action |
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Friday, February 27, 2026 11:26 AM |
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A joint European working group meeting, initiated by Professor Ken Eaton (University of Kent) and Professor Gitana Rederiene (European Dental Hygiene Federation), brought together experts from across Europe to address the growing burden of oral disease and the links between oral and systemic health. Read more. |
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National retrospective study of regional prescriber-specific variation in community antibiotic prescribing Canada, 2019–2023 |
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Thursday, February 26, 2026 12:47 PM |
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Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a growing public health challenge in Canada and globally, largely driven by unnecessary or suboptimal antimicrobial use (AMU). Effective responses require regionally tailored solutions that reflect local prescribing patterns, healthcare infrastructure and stewardship capacity. Understanding interprovincial and prescriber-type based variations in antibiotic prescriptions is essential to promoting judicious prescribing and strengthening focused stewardship efforts. Read more. |
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OSHA CARES Poster Available Now |
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Thursday, February 26, 2026 12:38 PM |
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OSHA wants every worker to know that OSHA cares about their wellbeing and is here to help ensure that they go home safe — whether by addressing concerns, providing resources, or offering compliance assistance to employers. The poster that all employers covered by OSHA are required to display in their place of business is meant to remind workers that we are here for them. Note: Employers may choose to use this new version or continue using the prior version they already have on display. Read More. |
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More than 200 organizations announce support for AAP vaccine schedule |
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Thursday, February 26, 2026 12:28 PM |
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More than 200 organizations showed their support for the AAP’s evidence-based child and adolescent immunization schedule Wednesday. Read more. |
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How to avoid inappropriate dental antibiotics |
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Thursday, February 26, 2026 11:43 AM |
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This is part 3 in a three-part series on potential harms from taking antibiotics for dental procedures. Read more. |
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Five Questions with Tien Jiang |
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Thursday, February 26, 2026 11:38 AM |
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How brushing and flossing can protect your heart. Read more. |
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Curbing overuse of dental antibiotics proves daunting |
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Wednesday, February 25, 2026 04:47 PM |
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This is part 2 in a three-part series on potential harms from taking antibiotics for dental procedures. Part 1 was published yesterday. Part 3 will publish tomorrow. Read more. |
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