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Beyond the Drill: Can Digital Gadgets Redefine the Future of Dental Education? |
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Saturday, November 22, 2025 03:24 PM |
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The integration of artificial intelligence (AI), virtual reality (VR) and haptic technologies is revolutionising dental education, offering transformative opportunities to enhance skill acquisition, ergonomic awareness and student well-being. These tools offer immersive, repeatable and personalised learning experiences, addressing challenges such as underdeveloped manual dexterity in digitally literate students and post-COVID disruptions in hands-on training. Read more. |
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The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on UK dental nurses' professional practice 2020-21: lessons for the future |
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Saturday, November 22, 2025 03:16 PM |
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The COVID-19 pandemic has reshaped dental care in the United Kingdom, particularly influencing dental nurses' practice. This study explored dental nurses' experiences during the phased return to work from June 2020, amid evolving infection prevention and control policies. Read more. |
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When trauma affects the mouth: Oral health in domestic violence survivors |
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Friday, November 21, 2025 01:03 PM |
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Domestic violence’s psychological and physical toll can quietly shape a patient’s oral health. Here’s why hygienists must understand the signs, and feel confident responding. Read more. |
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Dry hands in the hygiene op: How to keep hands healthy |
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Friday, November 21, 2025 12:58 PM |
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Constant washing, gloves, and sanitizers take a toll on dental hygienists’ skin. Hand health matters, and some simple routines can keep hands protected. Read more. |
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The Assessment of Blood Exposure Accidents at Casablanca Dental Center for Treatment and Consultation in Morocco |
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Friday, November 21, 2025 12:16 PM |
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The purpose of this analysis is to determine the frequency of blood exposure accidents (BEAs), evaluate the knowledge, attitudes, and practices of dentists regarding infectious risk, particularly after a BEA, and to propose actions within a prevention policy framework. Read more. |
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Untreated Hepatitis, Other Conditions Can Lead to Cirrhosis and Death |
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Friday, November 21, 2025 11:22 AM |
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A mother recounts her newborn son's fatal battle with cirrhosis reminding people of the importance of health and education about this vital organ. Read more. |
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New data show rising incidence of serious drug-resistant infections in Europe |
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Friday, November 21, 2025 11:16 AM |
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Europe is seeing an increase in bloodstream infections (BSIs) caused by difficult-to-treat drug-resistant bacteria, according to data published this week by the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC). Read more. |
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Over 40% of Workers Impacted by Seasonal Depression |
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Thursday, November 20, 2025 04:29 PM |
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Seasonal changes can have an impact on work performance. Read more. |
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Working together to combat the spread of antibiotic resistance |
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Thursday, November 20, 2025 12:42 PM |
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OHIS stands for One Health Integrated Surveillance, i.e. the monitoring of antibiotic resistance in the sense of a holistic, interdisciplinary One Health strategy. In addition to the BfR, the Robert Koch Institute (RKI), the Friedrich Loeffler Institute (FLI), the Federal Environment Agency (UBA) and the German Federal Office of Consumer Protection and Food Safety (BVL) are also involved in the network. Read more. |
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The Dirty Truth About Stethoscopes: Why This Everyday Tool Deserves Attention |
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Thursday, November 20, 2025 11:27 AM |
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Much is discussed about stethoscopes, the "third arm" of clinicians, but what about the risk of spreading health care-associated infections? Read more. |
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A New, Potentially Severe Flu Variant Is Spreading in the US. Watch for These Symptoms |
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Thursday, November 20, 2025 11:05 AM |
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A mutated strain of influenza A, H3N2 subclade K, is surging worldwide, sparking concerns about a severe flu season in the U.S. Here's what to symptoms to look out for. Read more. |
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Leadership in dental decontamination survey launched |
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Thursday, November 20, 2025 11:01 AM |
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FMC, the UK’s leading dental publishing company, in partnership with Aura Infection Control, the nation’s foremost dental decontamination specialist, is proud to announce the launch of a new nationwide survey: ‘Leadership in decontamination – how are you leading the way?’ Read more. |
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Cold and Flu Season 5 Ways to Care for Your Mouth When You’re Sick |
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Wednesday, November 19, 2025 10:53 AM |
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When you have a cold or the flu, taking care of your body is your top priority—and that includes your mouth. “It’s important to take care of your dental health all year round, but especially when you’re sick,” Dr. Romo says. Read more. |
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Chronic Hepatitis C Linked to Increased Risk of Pancreatic Cancer, New Study Shows |
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Wednesday, November 19, 2025 10:35 AM |
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A new study from Yale School of Medicine researchers found a positive link between chronic hepatitis C and pancreatic cancer. The study, which was published in JAMA Network Open, revealed that individuals with chronic hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection have a 1.8-fold increased risk of pancreatic cancer compared to those who test negative for the virus. In comparison, well-known risk factors, like diabetes or active smoking, increased the likelihood of pancreatic cancer by 1.2- or 1.3-fold. Read more. |
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How dentists can spot patients with cardiovascular risks |
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Wednesday, November 19, 2025 10:29 AM |
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Each year, approximately 29 million people see a dentist but not another medical professional. By incorporating blood pressure screenings into routine dental care visits, dental teams can help identify patients with hypertension who may be at risk for cardiovascular disease, the leading cause of death in the U.S., often before symptoms appear. Read more. |
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Harborview patients test positive for mucormycosis |
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Wednesday, November 19, 2025 10:22 AM |
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Harborview Medical Center is working closely with Public Health – Seattle & King County on a possible mucormycosis outbreak. Read more. |
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Are we acting fast enough on antimicrobial resistance? |
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Wednesday, November 19, 2025 10:15 AM |
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As World AMR Awareness Week begins, experts warn that antimicrobial resistance (AMR) could lead to 10 million deaths annually by 2050 if left unchecked. Read more. |
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A new virus variant and lagging vaccinations may mean the US is in for a severe flu season |
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Tuesday, November 18, 2025 04:32 PM |
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The United States may be heading into its second severe flu season in a row, driven by a mutated strain called subclade K that's behind early surges in the United Kingdom, Canada and Japan. Read more. |
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JAMA article shows patient safety measures surpass pre-pandemic levels |
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Tuesday, November 18, 2025 03:09 PM |
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A JAMA article co-authored by AHA Chief Physician Executive Chris DeRienzo, M.D., and leaders from Vizient highlights that hospitals and health systems have improved patient safety measures as they are caring for sicker patients. Read more. |
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Behind the label: Prioritizing dental product ingredient safety |
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Tuesday, November 18, 2025 11:00 AM |
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Ingredient safety in dental products is more than compliance—it’s essential to protecting patient health. This article explores how hygienists can identify hidden allergens, minimize risks for medically complex patients, and choose safer, evidence-based products that support individualized, patient-centered care. Read more. |
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Disrupting bacterial 'chatter' could tip the balance for better oral health |
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Tuesday, November 18, 2025 10:53 AM |
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Like all living things, bacteria adapt to survive. Over time, bacteria have been developing resistance to common antibiotics and disinfectants, which poses a growing problem for health care and sanitation. However, many species of bacteria are beneficial and even essential for human health. What if there was a way to change the behavior of bacteria in the body to prevent illness and poor health outcomes? Read more. |
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New resources help dentists identify patients at risk for cardiovascular disease |
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Tuesday, November 18, 2025 10:50 AM |
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The American Heart Association Healthy Smiles, Healthy Hearts initiative, in collaboration with Delta Dental of California, creates a standard of care for heart health screening in the oral health care setting. Read more. |
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Elevating Infection Prevention in Dental Clinics: Addressing Surgical Site Infection Risks |
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Monday, November 17, 2025 03:22 PM |
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Dental and oral surgery clinics are often overlooked in infection prevention programs, yet lapses can have serious consequences. Strengthening surveillance, sterilization, and patient safety practices is critical to reducing surgical site infections. Read more. |
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Why Ambulatory Surgery Centers Are Turning to Dedicated HVAC Systems |
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Monday, November 17, 2025 03:09 PM |
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Many healthcare organizations are rethinking how their mechanical systems are designed – especially in surgical settings. A growing number of ambulatory surgery centers (ASCs) are leading a shift toward dedicated HVAC units for each operating room, moving away from shared systems that can pose challenges for airflow management and redundancy. Read more. |
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Chronic pain may increase the risk of high blood pressure in adults |
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Monday, November 17, 2025 01:48 PM |
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Depression resulting from pain may be a contributing factor in the development of high blood pressure, finds a new study in the Hypertension Journal. Read more. |
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American Diabetes Month: It All Matters |
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Monday, November 17, 2025 12:36 PM |
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November is American Diabetes Month®, a time to raise awareness about diabetes and join together in the work for a cure. Diabetes is one of the fastest growing chronic diseases in the world. Nearly one in two Americans has diabetes or prediabetes. Read more. |
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NIDCR Director Position - Job Posting (Application Closes at 11:59 p.m. ET, November 21, 2025) |
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Monday, November 17, 2025 12:29 PM |
The National Institutes of Health (NIH), the world’s premier biomedical research institution, is seeking applications from exceptional candidates for the exciting position of Director, National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research (NIDCR). The mission of NIDCR is to support research into the causes, treatment, and prevention of craniofacial, dental, and oral diseases; the training of basic and clinical scientists to carry out this research; and the dissemination of information on research progress in these diseases. Read more.
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Rare Bird Flu Strain Detected in Washington State Resident |
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Sunday, November 16, 2025 11:12 AM |
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The Washington state Department of Health (DOH) confirmed the first detected infection of the H5N5 bird flu strain in a human, noting that community risk remains low. Read more.
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Top Infectious Disease News Stories Week of November 8 - November 14 |
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Saturday, November 15, 2025 11:44 AM |
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This week, learn about the first death from a meat allergy caused by ticks, Gilead reports positive top-line data showing its investigational combination therapy, bictegravir/lenacapavir was efficacious and safe, a discussion around antibiotic alternatives for MRSA, and more. Read more. |
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‘One of the largest’ TB outbreaks has ended in Kansas City, Kansas, area: KDHE |
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Saturday, November 15, 2025 11:39 AM |
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State health officials say that “one of the largest” tuberculosis outbreaks in decades has ended in the Kansas City, Kansas, area. Read more. |
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We do more than clean teeth: The holistic role of dental hygienists |
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Friday, November 14, 2025 04:25 PM |
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This soon-to-be-grad has realized there's so much more to this career than “cleaning teeth.” RDHs carry patients’ stories, worries, and whole-health challenges, and it's a privilege to care for them. Read more. |
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What You Need To Know This Respiratory Season |
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Friday, November 14, 2025 03:43 PM |
Fall is the start of respiratory season—when illnesses like influenza (flu), COVID-19, respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), and pneumococcal disease can spread easily. Even if you are healthy, you can still spread these diseases to others who may be at higher risk for serious health problems. Fortunately, there are steps you can take to help stay healthy and protect not just you, but also your family, friends, and community. Read more.
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Control of Viral Aerosol Dispersion During Simulated Dental Procedures |
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Friday, November 14, 2025 03:09 PM |
Although air-cleaning systems (ACS) and high-volume evacuation (HVE) have been shown to reduce dental bioaerosols, few works have looked at viruses. This study aimed to assess the effects of HVE and ACS on dispersion of aerosolised particles and airborne viruses in a simulation model of dental bioaerosols using a detailed and comprehensive sampling approach and different tracer molecules. Read more.
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Measles Cases Are Soaring Globally: What to Know About Outbreaks and Their Impact on Children |
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Friday, November 14, 2025 10:40 AM |
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Over the past five years, measles outbreaks have hit more than 100 countries. Canada lost its official measles elimination status this week. The United States could be next. Read more. |
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Purple with purpose: How dentistry is joining the fight against Alzheimer’s |
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Friday, November 14, 2025 10:36 AM |
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The connection between oral health and cognitive decline is no longer theory, it’s science. Studies have shown that periodontal disease and chronic inflammation can influence systemic health, including the brain. Oral pathogens like Porphyromonas gingivalis are increasingly linked to brain inflammation and cognitive deficits. Read more.
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