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fromMail Online
1 week ago

Scientists warn deadly pathogens can survive in home appliance

Home washing machines fail to effectively sterilize healthcare uniforms, posing a risk of spreading treatment-resistant pathogens.
fromTruthout
4 days ago
Public health

Trump White House Terminates Federal Committee Tasked With Creating Health Guidelines

Termination of HICPAC members by the Trump administration threatens infection control guidelines crucial for U.S. healthcare systems.
fromwww.yourlocalguardian.co.uk
3 months ago
Medicine

Norovirus outbreak shuts three wards at St George's Hospital

A norovirus outbreak has led to the closure of three wards at St George's Hospital to manage infection spread.
Healthcare
fromMail Online
1 week ago

Scientists warn deadly pathogens can survive in home appliance

Home washing machines fail to effectively sterilize healthcare uniforms, posing a risk of spreading treatment-resistant pathogens.
fromTruthout
4 days ago
Public health

Trump White House Terminates Federal Committee Tasked With Creating Health Guidelines

Termination of HICPAC members by the Trump administration threatens infection control guidelines crucial for U.S. healthcare systems.
fromwww.yourlocalguardian.co.uk
3 months ago
Medicine

Norovirus outbreak shuts three wards at St George's Hospital

A norovirus outbreak has led to the closure of three wards at St George's Hospital to manage infection spread.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago
Coronavirus

What is human metapneumovirus, are cases surging in China, and should we be worried?

HMPV causes cold or flu-like symptoms but can lead to serious complications in high-risk groups.
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 week ago
Canada news

Toronto gynecologist linked to infection exposure resigns from college amid investigations | CBC News

Dr. Esther Park resigns amid investigation for poor hygiene practices exposing patients to blood-borne infections.
fromBrooklyn Eagle
8 months ago
Medicine

New app offers guidelines for medical staff on prescribing antibiotics

The Firstline app enhances antibiotic prescribing practices among clinicians, supporting better health outcomes and infection control.
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
3 weeks ago
OMG science

How This Natural Disinfectant Finally Made It to Market

Hypochlorous acid is an effective, safe disinfectant made by our bodies and can be easily produced at home.
fromSacramento Bee
7 months ago
Coronavirus

California dairy workers infected with bird flu worked on Tulare County dairy farms

The detection of avian bird flu in Tulare County dairy workers signals a growing concern, but risk to the general public remains low.
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago
Coronavirus

What is human metapneumovirus, are cases surging in China, and should we be worried?

HMPV causes cold or flu-like symptoms but can lead to serious complications in high-risk groups.
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 week ago
Canada news

Toronto gynecologist linked to infection exposure resigns from college amid investigations | CBC News

Dr. Esther Park resigns amid investigation for poor hygiene practices exposing patients to blood-borne infections.
fromBrooklyn Eagle
8 months ago
Medicine

New app offers guidelines for medical staff on prescribing antibiotics

The Firstline app enhances antibiotic prescribing practices among clinicians, supporting better health outcomes and infection control.
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
3 weeks ago
OMG science

How This Natural Disinfectant Finally Made It to Market

Hypochlorous acid is an effective, safe disinfectant made by our bodies and can be easily produced at home.
fromSacramento Bee
7 months ago
Coronavirus

California dairy workers infected with bird flu worked on Tulare County dairy farms

The detection of avian bird flu in Tulare County dairy workers signals a growing concern, but risk to the general public remains low.
more#public-health
fromIndependent
1 week ago
Remote teams

Dear Vicki: A senior member of our team came in to work recently smothering with a cold. Inevitably it spread. How can I get her to stay away when she insists its 'nothing'?

Office health protocols should prioritize employee wellness to prevent spreading illnesses.
fromIrish Independent
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

Wexford General Hospital dealing with Norovirus outbreak as visiting is suspended immediately

Wexford General Hospital bans visitors due to Norovirus as an infection control measure, allowing only compassionate exceptions.
Medicine
fromenglish.elpais.com
7 months ago

World leaders commit to action to ensure future of modern medicine

The global effort to combat antimicrobial resistance is crucial to prevent a return to a pre-antibiotic era and protect modern medicine.
Design
fromBusiness Insider
10 months ago

A new study suggests a culprit in bird flu's rapid spread through US cattle, and how to stop it

Unpasteurized milk may spread H5N1 bird flu between cows and to humans.
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