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Association of oral microbiome with oral human papillomavirus infection: a population study of the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey, 2009-2012 |
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Saturday, January 06, 2024 11:30 AM |
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Oral human papillomavirus(HPV) infection and the oral microbiome are associated with oropharyngeal cancer. However, population-based data on the association of oral microbiome with oral HPV infection are limited. Read more. |
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Patient receptivity to receiving vaccinations in the dental clinic at a rural federally qualified health center |
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Friday, January 05, 2024 04:19 PM |
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More than 28 million people in the United States visited their dentists but not a physician in 2018, yet only a few states allow dentists to administer vaccines to patients, and those vaccines are limited to influenza, COVID-19, and human papillomavirus. Read more. |
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Trajectories of opioid prescribing by general dentists, specialists, and oral and maxillofacial surgeons in the United States, 2015-2019 |
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Friday, January 05, 2024 04:11 PM |
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Despite decreases in opioid prescribing from 2016 through 2019, some dentists (general, specialists, oral and maxillofacial surgeons) in the United States continue to prescribe opioids at high rates. The authors’ objective was to define dentists’ trajectories of opioid prescribing. Read more. |
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Mental Health Spotlight: Turning Dental Hygienists’ New Year’s Resolutions into Attainable Goals |
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Friday, January 05, 2024 04:05 PM |
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As dental professionals, we are primed for burnout. Hectic schedules, demanding interpersonal interactions, and musculoskeletal contortions in the op can leave us empty and worn out. Self-care is an essential part of our lives as clinicians. Our New Year’s goals are often focused on getting ourselves in a healthier place to overcome burnout. Read more. |
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MMWR Weekly - January 5, 2024 |
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Friday, January 05, 2024 11:03 AM |
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Weekly / Vol. 72 / No. 52-53. Read more. |
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New Degree Created in Dental Hygiene with Concentration in Dental Science from NYU Dentistry |
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Friday, January 05, 2024 10:59 AM |
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NYU College of Dentistry is introducing a bachelor of science (BS) in dental hygiene with a new concentration in dental science, preparing students for careers as healthcare providers and providing a pathway for those interested in applying to dental school or other graduate health programs. Read more. |
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MMWR - Second Nationwide Tuberculosis Outbreak Caused by Bone Allografts Containing Live Cells — United States, 2023 |
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Thursday, January 04, 2024 05:34 PM |
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Tuberculosis (TB) outbreaks associated with tissue transplantation are rare; one outbreak involving 113 patients occurred after surgical implantation of contaminated bone allografts in 2021. Read more. |
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Sick with COVID and the flu: Double infections hit hard |
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Thursday, January 04, 2024 10:18 AM |
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California’s hospitals are getting busier with more COVID-19 and flu patients, some of whom are suffering from both viruses at the same time. Read more. |
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Clinicians warn of infection risks tied to med spas |
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Wednesday, January 03, 2024 11:03 AM |
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Lack of oversight and increasing reports of infection are causing physicians to sound alarm bells about risks related to medical spas. Read more. |
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COVID-19 vs Seasonal Influenza: A Comparative Analysis Reveals Alarming Trends |
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Wednesday, January 03, 2024 11:00 AM |
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Results of a study by Yan Xie and colleagues highlight the severe impact of COVID-19, with higher death rates, increased risks of long-term complications, and greater infectivity compared to seasonal influenza. Read more. |
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2023 NIH Research Highlights - Human Health Advances |
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Tuesday, January 02, 2024 04:18 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. Groundbreaking NIH-funded research often receives top scientific honors. In 2023, these honors included two NIH-supported scientists who received Nobel Prizes. Here’s just a small sample of the NIH-supported research accomplishments in 2023. Also see this year's Promising Medical Findings and Basic Research Insights. Read more. |
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Sick with COVID and the flu: Double infections hit California hard |
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Tuesday, January 02, 2024 01:18 PM |
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California’s hospitals are getting busier with more COVID-19 and flu patients, some of whom are suffering from both viruses at the same time. Read more. |
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Mourning the loss of former NIDCR Director Hal Slavkin, D.D.S. |
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Tuesday, January 02, 2024 12:58 PM |
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It is with great sadness that we share the news of the passing of Harold C. Slavkin, D.D.S. Hal was the sixth director of the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research (NIDCR), serving from 1995-2000. Hal died on December 22 at his home in California; he was 85. Read more. |
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Happy New Year From Infection Control Today! |
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Tuesday, January 02, 2024 12:06 PM |
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As we usher in a brand new year, the team at Infection Control Today® (ICT®) would like to extend our warmest wishes to all our readers and partners. We hope this year brings health, happiness, and success to each and every one of you. With the dawn of 2024, it's an opportune time to not only reflect on the past but also to set our sights on the future. To that end, we're excited to share some of our professional resolutions for the year ahead. Read more. |
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Oshkosh wastewater concentration of SARS-CoV-2 is 'very high.' What this means for COVID spread. |
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Tuesday, January 02, 2024 12:02 PM |
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Oshkosh’s wastewater concentration of SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, has been categorized as “very high” and health officials are only expecting these numbers to trend upward. Read more. |
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Opinion: Measles is back. Coloradans should be concerned. |
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Monday, January 01, 2024 12:42 PM |
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It was only a matter of time. As pediatricians, we are concerned by the first measles case in Colorado since 2019. We have anxiously watched for three years as measles vaccination rates have fallen in our state while cases have risen around the world. Read more. |
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Study implicates hospital sinks as important source of resistant pathogen transmission |
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Monday, January 01, 2024 12:40 PM |
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Hospital sinks contaminated with carbapenemase-producing Enterobacteriaceae (CPE) are a significant source of transmission to patients, Israeli researchers reported in Infection Control & Hospital Epidemiology. Read more. |
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2023: The Year in Infectious Disease |
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Monday, January 01, 2024 12:28 PM |
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New and novel antimicrobials remain at a crossroads as the path to development and economic viability continue to be serious challenges. Our Editor-in-Chief weighs in on this topic and some of the other most significant ones from this past year. Read more. |
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March 10-16, 2024 is Patient Safety Awareness Week (PSAW) |
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Sunday, December 31, 2023 01:05 PM |
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In recognition, the Center for Patient Safety is encouraging the acknowledgment and celebration of efforts to improve safe care throughout healthcare. We invite you to celebrate and raise awareness! Read more. |
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Ensuring Safe Journeys: Infection Prevention in Public Transportation |
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Sunday, December 31, 2023 12:33 PM |
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While public transportation offers convenience and accessibility, it is crucial to remain mindful of the potential presence of germs, emphasizing the importance of adopting infection prevention measures during travel times. Read more. |
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Why tending your oral microbiome is the secret to a long, healthy life |
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Sunday, December 31, 2023 12:30 PM |
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There are untold legions of viruses, fungi and bacteria living in your mouth. It now seems we can stave off conditions from Alzheimer's disease to cancer by keeping them in a healthy balance. Read more. |
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University of Utah Strives to Attract Oral Health Professionals to High-Need Areas |
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Sunday, December 31, 2023 11:38 AM |
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The state of Utah faces a paradoxical challenge in dental care despite having a high number of dentists per capita. Eighteen out of 29 counties in Utah are designated as dental health professional shortage areas, with 35 high-needs clinics desperately requiring oral health providers. This maldistribution disproportionately affects rural, Tribal, and minority communities, resulting in poorer health outcomes due to limited access. Read more. |
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Doctor Issues Warning on Risk of Polio in New York |
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Sunday, December 31, 2023 11:22 AM |
In 2022, the first case of polio in New York since 199 had been detected. Read more.
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Top 18 Pandemic and Virus-Themed Movies That Will Keep You on the Edge of Your Seat |
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Saturday, December 30, 2023 12:08 PM |
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Explore our handpicked selection of the most gripping pandemic and virus-themed films, featuring thrilling narratives and star-studded casts, perfect for an unforgettable movie night! Read more. |
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Philadelphia health officials notify residents of possible measles exposure |
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Saturday, December 30, 2023 12:06 PM |
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Measles is a virus that spreads easily, according to the Philadelphia Department of Public Health. Read more. |
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Top news in December: Dental health and CVD risk; expanded bempedoic acid indication; more |
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Saturday, December 30, 2023 11:41 AM |
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Healio and Cardiology Today have compiled a list of the most-read news in cardiology in December 2023. Read more. |
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Massachusetts hospital investigating ‘cybersecurity incident’ that disrupted patient records |
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Saturday, December 30, 2023 11:36 AM |
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A Massachusetts hospital confirmed Friday that it’s investigating a “cybersecurity incident” that disrupted patient records. Read more. |
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Top 14 Insights: Infection Control Today's 2023 Highlights |
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Saturday, December 30, 2023 11:29 AM |
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Explore the top 14 articles from Infection Control Today for 2023, covering cutting-edge developments, strategies, and innovations in infection prevention and control. Read more. |
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Antibiotics, dental procedures, and prosthetic joints: Time to look at the evidence |
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Friday, December 29, 2023 02:42 PM |
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Long-held practice patterns are hard to change, but the latest evidence regarding antibiotic prophylaxis for patients with prosthetic joints suggests that AP is not only unnecessary but potentially harmful. Read more. |
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A Novel Ergonomic Curette Design Reduces Dental Prophylaxis-Induced Muscle Work and Fatigue |
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Friday, December 29, 2023 02:40 PM |
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To compare fatigue, comfort, and muscle work associated with the use of two periodontal curettes during scaling: one with a novel adaptive design, the other with a conventional non-adaptive design. Read more. |
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DentistryIQ's top dental news stories for 2023 |
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Friday, December 29, 2023 02:35 PM |
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From salary data to an unregulated dental device, here are the most popular news stories with DentistryIQ readers in 2023. Read more. |
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C. auris may contaminate environments rapidly, even after disinfection: Study |
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Friday, December 29, 2023 12:42 PM |
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When patients are colonized with Candida auris, contamination of their surrounding environments can happen within just a few hours, according to the results of a new study. Read more. |
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Alcohol use continues to skyrocket, prompting young people to need liver transplants — especially young women |
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Friday, December 29, 2023 12:34 PM |
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Alcohol use continues to skyrocket, prompting record-setting numbers of people to need liver transplants — especially young women. Read more. |
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Flu, RSV, and COVID-19 still seeing significant community spread |
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Thursday, December 28, 2023 08:42 PM |
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Numbers from the Pennsylvania Department of Health show a steady trend for new cases or hospitalizations involving COVID-19, RSV, or influenza. Those statistics have seen a general upward trend in recent weeks heading into the Christmas and New Year's holiday period. Read more. |
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Respiratory virus levels climb as JN.1 dominates COVID detections |
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Thursday, December 28, 2023 08:40 PM |
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Respiratory illness activity is elevated or increasing across most of the United States, and JN.1 is now the dominant SARS-CoV-2 variant, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) said in its latest updates just before Christmas. Read more. |
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