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Reusable Health Care Textiles for Personal Protective Equipment: A Workshop |
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Tuesday, January 30, 2024 02:06 PM |
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The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine will host a virtual public workshop to examine opportunities to increase the use of reusable health care textiles (HCTs) for personal protective equipment (PPE) used in health care settings. This workshop will provide the opportunity for technical experts, policy makers, manufacturers, PPE users, and others to explore the potential benefits and feasibility of integrating more reusable HCTs into health care operations. Read more. |
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CDC alerts healthcare providers about measles cases |
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Monday, January 29, 2024 05:44 PM |
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The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) today urged healthcare providers to be alert for patients who have fever and rashes and have traveled abroad, following reports of 23 measles cases since December 1, 2023. Read more. |
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Georgia legislation offers dentists tax cut to move to rural areas |
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Monday, January 29, 2024 05:01 PM |
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The Georgia General Assembly is weighing a bill that would provide a tax break to dentists and doctors that move to rural areas of the state, according to a Jan. 28 report by Rome News-Tribune. Read more. |
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FDI releases a consensus on toothbrushing recommendations |
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Monday, January 29, 2024 04:55 PM |
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Explore FDI's consensus on toothbrushing recommendations in the latest International Dental Journal article, offering practical guidance on individual-level preventive strategies. Read more. |
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Exploring the Link Between Tick-Borne Diseases and Musculoskeletal Health |
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Monday, January 29, 2024 04:47 PM |
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In this cross-sectional study, the Johnston County Osteoarthritis (JoCo OA) project aimed to evaluate the potential association between prior exposure to tick-borne diseases (TBDs) and chronic musculoskeletal symptoms or osteoarthritis. TBDs, excluding Lyme disease, such as spotted fever group rickettsiosis (SFGR), ehrlichiosis, and galactose-α-1,3-galactose (α-gal) syndrome, are a growing public health concern. Despite 50,000 cases of TBD being reported in the US in 2019, the study found no link between the presence of antibodies for Ehrlichia or Rickettsia (seropositivity) and chronic musculoskeletal symptoms or osteoarthritis. Read more. |
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Study of aerosol dispersion and control in dental practice |
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Monday, January 29, 2024 10:20 AM |
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In this study, we investigated the dispersion patterns of aerosols and droplets in dental clinics and developed a suction device to evaluate its effectiveness in reducing aerosols during dental procedures. Read more. |
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A Penn Libraries and Penn Dental Medicine collaboration |
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Sunday, January 28, 2024 06:31 PM |
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Anew endeavor at Penn Dental Medicine highlights the interconnected relationship between science and library, scientist and librarian: the Center for Integrated Global Oral Health (CIGOH). Penn’s Dental Library plays an important role in this collaboration. Read more. |
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Sunday, January 28, 2024 06:29 PM |
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While a cold, flu, or COVID-19 can strike at any time, you’re more likely to pick up a virus in the winter than other times of the year. The cold, dry air in the winter months provides perfect conditions for viruses to spread. People are also more likely to gather indoors to avoid the cold weather, making it easier for viruses to spread in large numbers. Read more. |
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Infants born to COVID-infected mothers have triple the risk of developing respiratory distress, UCLA-led research suggests |
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Sunday, January 28, 2024 06:25 PM |
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New UCLA-led research finds that infants born full term to mothers who were infected with COVID-19 during pregnancy had three times the risk of having respiratory distress compared with unexposed infants, even though they themselves were not infected with the virus. The risk was significantly lower when the mothers infected during pregnancy were previously vaccinated. Read more. |
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Teledentistry within oral health care providers' training: A scoping review |
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Sunday, January 28, 2024 11:52 AM |
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Despite teledentistry (TD) ubiquitous utilization, it has yet to be fully adopted by oral health care providers' educational training. This study aimed to explore TD incorporation in the training of oral health care providers. Read more. |
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Robitussin Cough Syrups Have Been Recalled |
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Sunday, January 28, 2024 10:07 AM |
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On January 24, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced that Haleon, the distributor of Robitussin cough syrup, issued a voluntary recall of eight lots of Robitussin Honey CF Max Day Adult and Robitussin Honey CF Max Nighttime Adult medications due to potential microbial contamination. If you have used any recalled product, the FDA and Haleon advise stopping consumption immediately and contacting your doctor if any adverse reactions occur. Read more. |
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Effective communication with every dental patient |
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Saturday, January 27, 2024 12:04 PM |
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You don’t have to practice very long to encounter “difficult” patients. Whether they are anxious, unsure, challenging, or confused, here are some tips you can use to meet them where they are. Read more. |
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Latest global COVID snapshot shows rising cases, drop in deaths |
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Saturday, January 27, 2024 12:01 PM |
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Over the past month, global COVID-19 cases rose slightly, with a steady drop in deaths from the virus, the World Health Organization (WHO) said in its latest monthly update. Read more. |
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Bacterial contamination of air and surfaces during dental procedures-An experimental pilot study using Staphylococcus aureus |
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Saturday, January 27, 2024 11:50 AM |
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The oral cavity contains numerous microorganisms, including antimicrobial-resistant bacteria. These microorganisms can be transmitted via respiratory particles from patients to healthcare providers and vice versa during dental care. We evaluated the spread of Staphylococcus aureus during standardized dental procedures using different scaling devices and rinsing solutions. Read more. |
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ANA Applauds CDC’s Return of HICPAC Recommendations |
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Saturday, January 27, 2024 11:43 AM |
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In November, the Healthcare Infection Control Practices Advisory Committee (HICPAC) shared recommendations for updating guidance on preventing transmission of pathogens in healthcare settings with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The guidelines do not specify that an N95 respirator is preferable to a loose-fitting surgical mask. Additionally, the recommendation fails to urge nurses and healthcare professionals to wear N95 masks as a minimum level of protection when working with patients who have suspected or confirmed respiratory infections. Read more. |
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Launching the new World Oral Health Day campaign movie starring Toothie in 'A Happy Mouth is...A Happy Body' |
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Friday, January 26, 2024 05:48 PM |
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Ahead of 20 March, FDI is thrilled to unveil the new WOHD campaign short movie featuring Toothie and invites everyone to follow the Star’s Instagram Debut. Read more. |
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Pandemic resulted in high healthcare worker turnover |
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Friday, January 26, 2024 05:42 PM |
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Using US Census Bureau state unemployment insurance data, researchers from Johns Hopkins University documented a significant job turnover among healthcare workers (HCWs) during the COVID-19 pandemic, which suggests long-term implications for the US healthcare sector. Read more. |
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Updated WHO COVID prevention guidance may endanger rather than protect, some experts say |
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Friday, January 26, 2024 05:11 PM |
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The World Health Organization's (WHO's) newly updated COVID-19 prevention and control guidelines purport to protect healthcare workers, patients, and the community, but some experts say they may encourage risky behavior by propagating long-disproven ideas about how viruses spread. Read more. |
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What to Know About the Rise in Respiratory Illnesses |
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Friday, January 26, 2024 12:40 PM |
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A infectious disease expert explains the surge in flu, COVID-19, and RSV and whether it’s a cause for concern. Read more. |
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Infectious Disease News Briefs: January 25, 2024 |
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Friday, January 26, 2024 10:37 AM |
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This week a new vaccine for HIV is under development, a COVID-19 vaccine receives WHO emergency approval, and several local US health departments receive funding to combat antimicrobial resistance. Read more. |
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MMWR Weekly - January 25, 2024 |
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Thursday, January 25, 2024 02:34 PM |
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Weekly / Vol. 73 / No. 3. Read more. |
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Thursday, January 25, 2024 12:42 PM |
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Health care workers are at risk for needlestick and sharps injuries, especially those who work in fast-paced environments such as the OR where the handling of sharp instruments and devices is prevalent. Read more. |
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Workplace mental health: OSHA publishes fact sheet |
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Thursday, January 25, 2024 12:33 PM |
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A new fact sheet from OSHA is intended to help employers prioritize workers’ mental health. Read more. |
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A rare fungal infection is popping up in an unexpected part of the U.S. |
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Thursday, January 25, 2024 12:06 PM |
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The infections typically occur in the upper Midwest and parts of the Southeast. A new study suggests the fungus' range has expanded to Vermont. Read more. |
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Measles reported in multiple states; be prepared to take infection-control steps |
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Thursday, January 25, 2024 11:54 AM |
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Clinicians should be prepared to identify a possible case of measles and take infection-control measures as cases have been reported in at least six states. Read more. |
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Increased Risk for Disabilities After Childhood Bacterial Meningitis |
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Wednesday, January 24, 2024 05:45 PM |
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A recent cohort study published in JAMA described the long-term risks of disabilities from a childhood diagnosis of bacterial meningitis. Individuals diagnosed with bacterial meningitis during childhood suggest that exposed individuals may have had an increased risk for long-term disabilities. Read more. |
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Nervous about going to the dentist? Ollie the Labradoodle can help |
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Wednesday, January 24, 2024 05:39 PM |
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Patients of the Minneapolis office where the dog "works" say they actually look forward to going to the dentist. Read more. |
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IZ Express #1,736: Standing orders template for pneumococcal vaccination of children released, and more |
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Wednesday, January 24, 2024 01:52 PM |
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IZ Express #1,736: Standing orders template for pneumococcal vaccination of children released, and more. Read more. |
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Triple testing for HIV, HBV, HCV at once would help identify more cases across populations |
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Wednesday, January 24, 2024 11:52 AM |
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WHO’s triple testing campaign should be expanded across populations and not just to the three groups WHO listed to be most at risk, according to a study. Read more. |
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Why are measles cases popping up across the United States? Here’s what to know about the highly contagious virus |
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Wednesday, January 24, 2024 11:45 AM |
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Nearly a dozen cases of measles have been reported in Pennsylvania, Virginia and Georgia in recent weeks, according to local health departments. International travel, coupled with declining global vaccination rates, is probably behind this spate of cases, experts say. Read more. |
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The Many Long, Intrusive Arms of Cancer Cell Invasion |
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Tuesday, January 23, 2024 03:55 PM |
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Cancer cells resort to all kinds of bad behavior to spread, or metastasize, from one part of the body to another. That includes the recent discovery that metastatic cancer cells can sprout long, sinewy appendages that literally take matters into their own hands to force their way into healthy tissue. Read more. |
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ADA to award scholarships for teaching institute |
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Tuesday, January 23, 2024 03:52 PM |
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The ADA Council on Dental Education and Licensure is granting three scholarships for a program geared toward supporting dental education and ADA general dentist members interested in dental academia. Read more. |
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Measles is making a comeback in the US. Here's what you need to know. |
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Tuesday, January 23, 2024 02:11 PM |
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Sporadic outbreaks of measles are currently popping up across the United States, with several states reporting cases or potential exposures. As the risk of measles grows, health experts underscore a need to combat both declining childhood vaccination rates and growing vaccine hesitancy. Read more. |
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Variation in response to the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) at US dental school clinics |
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Monday, January 22, 2024 04:36 PM |
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Although the threat of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) was the same at different US dental schools, the response wasn't. There is no study that documents the variation in mitigation strategies, COVID-19 transmission, and clinical educational changes at US Dental schools during the ongoing pandemic that began in 2020 in the US. Read more. |
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Why many more people are lining up for a flu shot than a Covid vaccine |
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Monday, January 22, 2024 04:20 PM |
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Frantic lineups for scarce doses when Covid vaccines first became available have long since given way to widespread indifference. Each new round of boosters has drawn fewer bared arms than the round before it. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates that, as of Jan. 6, a mere 21.5% of Americans aged 18 and older and 11% of children have been vaccinated with the latest Covid vaccine. Read more. |
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