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Sacklers reach new $7.4 billion settlement over opioid crisis |
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Thursday, January 23, 2025 03:31 PM |
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Purdue Pharma and members of the Sackler family that own the company have agreed to a $7.4 billion settlement in principle with 15 states to resolve thousands of lawsuits filed over the role they allegedly played in fomenting the long-running opioid crisis in the US. Read more. |
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W&H Renews Partnership with ADS as a 2025 Super Sponsor |
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Thursday, January 23, 2025 02:10 PM |
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W&H is proud to announce its continued support of the Association for Dental Safety (ADS) by
renewing its membership as a Super Sponsor for 2025
WINDSOR, ONTARIO, Jan 23, 2025: W&H is recognized as a pioneer in sterilization, with a
commitment to continuously advancing cutting-edge technology and equipment that enhance safety,
efficiency, and patient care in dental practices. Their ongoing sponsorship with the Association for
Dental Safety (ADS) reinforces their mission to educate, advocate, and raise awareness within the
dental community about the critical role of proper hygiene and sterilization in practice workflows,
ensuring the safety and well-being of both staff and patients.
This sponsorship is a perfect fit for W&H, as they have long championed the importance of effective
infection prevention with their innovative and award winning line of Lexa sterilizers and their newly
released Lexa Mini Class B rapid sterilizer to add to their robust sterilizer portfolio. The new Lexa Mini
adds a new level of versatility and convenience providing a wide range of applications as a
complimentary device for the sterilization of handpieces, or as a back-up for tabletop sterilizers.
Infection Prevention Educational Program
W&H has launched an educational program focused on infection prevention, led by Karen Gregory,
RN CDIPC, and Michelle Strange, MSDH, RDH, CDIPC — both renowned experts in infection control
and instrument reprocessing and active members of ADS. Karen is a registered nurse and holds the
specialized Certified in Dental Infection Prevention and Control (CDIPC) certification. She has served
on the Board of Directors for the ADS and is a recipient of the James J. Crawford Award, honoring her
lifetime achievements in advancing dental infection control. Michelle has a Master’s in Dental Hygiene
Education and is committed to educating healthcare professionals on infection prevention, holding her
Certificate in Dental Infection Prevention and Control. She is a practicing dental hygienist, the owner
of Level Up Infection Prevention and MichelleStrangeRDH.
“We are proud to continue our partnership with ADS as a Super Sponsor and to further our efforts in
advocating to our dental community the critical topic of infection prevention and proper sterilization,”
says Rick Pinero, General Manager for W&H’s Dental Equipment Business Unit. “W&H is committed
to educating our dental community to safeguard both their practices and their patients and our educational program reinforces this commitment.”
About W&H
W&H Impex, Inc. located in Ontario, Canada is a subsidiary of W&H Group. Headquartered in
Bürmoos, Austria, the international W&H Group is a global leader in the development and
manufacture of medical technology products. Passion and innovation are the driving force of the
company. High-quality product and service solutions and a strong focus on research and
development as well as social responsibility make W&H a locally and globally successful family
business. More than 1,300 employees contribute to the production of hardware and software
products for use in the dental, medical and veterinary industries.
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New study maps the ‘dental deserts’ in the U.S. — and there are lots of them |
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Thursday, January 23, 2025 08:57 AM |
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Harvard research shows 1.7 million lack access to care. Read more. |
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Dr. Dorothy Fink Appointed as Acting HHS Secretary |
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Wednesday, January 22, 2025 03:17 PM |
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On January 20, 2024, President Trump appointed Dr. Dorothy Fink as Acting Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). Read more. |
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IZ Express #1,796: 2025 immunization schedules published in MMWR, CDC encourages influenza A subtyping, and more |
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Wednesday, January 22, 2025 12:28 PM |
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IZ Express #1,796: 2025 immunization schedules published in MMWR, CDC encourages influenza A subtyping, and more. Read more. |
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Ash left behind by Los Angeles wildfires might be toxic, experts warn |
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Wednesday, January 22, 2025 12:15 PM |
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Experts warn that the blazes unleashed complex chemical reactions on paint, furniture, building materials, cars, electronics and other belongings, turning ordinary objects into potentially toxic ash that requires protective gear to handle safely. The ash could include harmful lead, asbestos or arsenic, as well as newer synthetic materials. Read more. |
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Sustainable dentistry: CDA Journal explores the environmental benefit of eco-friendly practices |
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Wednesday, January 22, 2025 08:29 AM |
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Articles describe impact of climate change on dentistry and present strategies for integrating sustainability into the practice. Read more. |
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The Critical Link Between Oral Health and Mental Well-Being |
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Tuesday, January 21, 2025 02:43 PM |
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Emerging research underscores the bidirectional connection between oral health and mental health, revealing how conditions such as periodontitis and dental pain can exacerbate anxiety and depression. Oral health professionals are uniquely positioned to identify signs of mental health challenges and play a vital role in promoting overall wellness through comprehensive patient care. Read more. |
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Last Updated on Tuesday, January 21, 2025 02:46 PM |
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FDA Proposes Significant Step Toward Reducing Nicotine to Minimally or Nonaddictive Level in Cigarettes and Certain Other Combusted Tobacco Products |
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Tuesday, January 21, 2025 12:57 PM |
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Agency Encourages Public Input on Proposal That Aims to Prevent Millions of Premature Deaths. Read more. |
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ASPR's Response to the California Wildfires |
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Tuesday, January 21, 2025 12:51 PM |
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U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has declared a Public Health Emergency (PHE) for California to address the health impacts of the ongoing wildfires in Los Angeles County. Read more. |
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New Queen's University study shows how coronavirus was introduced and spread across Ireland |
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Tuesday, January 21, 2025 12:01 PM |
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A new study from a Belfast university has mapped the introduction and spread of coronavirus across Ireland using genetic networking techniques. Read more. |
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Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Has Surged Since The Pandemic, Study Reveals |
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Tuesday, January 21, 2025 11:54 AM |
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Scientists are growing concerned that infections of the SARS-CoV-2 virus may be triggering more cases of chronic fatigue syndrome or myalgic encephalomyelitis (ME/CFS). Read more. |
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Using AI Tools in the Dental Office |
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Monday, January 20, 2025 12:44 PM |
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The last few years have seen a significant increase in the use of artificial intelligence in dentistry to speed up the diagnostic process, streamline administrative tasks, and improve practice efficiency. Read more. |
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OSHA Terminates COVID-19 Rulemaking and Works on Standard Addressing a Broader Range of Infectious Diseases |
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Monday, January 20, 2025 12:10 PM |
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The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has abandoned efforts to establish a final COVID-19 safety standard to ensure workers in healthcare settings are protected from COVID-19. Read more. |
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How the virus behind COVID-19 can harm your blood vessels and your heart |
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Monday, January 20, 2025 11:57 AM |
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It started as a respiratory illness – or so everyone thought. But it quickly became apparent that SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, was so much more. Read more. |
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Kentucky has ‘very high’ rate of respiratory illness |
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Monday, January 20, 2025 11:27 AM |
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Kentucky is seeing a “very high” rate of respiratory illness, especially among children. Read more. |
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America’s well-being depends on oral health |
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Sunday, January 19, 2025 11:39 AM |
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It affects every person in the country — and it’s time to make it great. Read more. |
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Mumps case confirmed in Brant County |
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Sunday, January 19, 2025 08:24 AM |
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Parents at Paris District High School are being asked to check immunization records and watch for symptoms of mumps after a confirmed case of the rare virus. Read more. |
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Top 5 Infectious Disease News Stories Week of January 11-18 |
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Saturday, January 18, 2025 01:49 PM |
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Growing threat of beta-lactamase resistance genes across human and animal health, efforts to reduce HIV disparities for Black women, the "skip phenomenon" in S lugdunensis endocarditis, and more. Read more. |
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Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices Recommended Immunization Schedule for Adults Aged 19 Years or Older — United States, 2025 |
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Saturday, January 18, 2025 09:15 AM |
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At its October 2024 meeting, the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) approved the Recommended Immunization Schedule for Adults Ages 19 Years or Older, United States, 2025. The schedule supports health care providers, as well as public health and other professionals, by providing a consolidated summary of current ACIP recommendations for adult vaccination. Read more. |
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Dental students will put global experiences into practice |
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Saturday, January 18, 2025 09:13 AM |
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For some UNC Adams School of Dentistry students, pursuing a global experience helped change their perspective and their future plans as they learned to work with limited resources and how to be culturally sensitive providers. Read more. |
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How your dentist could save your life |
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Saturday, January 18, 2025 09:08 AM |
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But looking for plaque, cavities, and gum disease is only part of the picture. Dentists have a prime vantage point to be the first line of defense in identifying problems all over the body. More than 100 conditions can produce signs in the mouth, according to the American Heart Association, and dental training enables these clinicians to spot telltale clues in the teeth, gums, tongue, palate, lips, jaw, face, and neck. Read more. |
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HHS Provides $590 Million to Accelerate Pandemic Influenza mRNA-based Vaccine Development, Enhance Platform Capability for Other Emerging Infectious Disease |
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Saturday, January 18, 2025 09:03 AM |
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FDA proposes limiting nicotine in cigarettes |
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Friday, January 17, 2025 02:45 PM |
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The Food and Drug Administration unveiled a proposal on Wednesday to limit the amount of nicotine allowed in cigarettes and some other combustible tobacco products. Read more. |
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Vaccine Protective Against H5N1 Influenza from Cattle |
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Friday, January 17, 2025 02:36 PM |
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An experimental vaccine designed against the highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 (HPAI H5N1) virus circulating in U.S. cattle was fully protective in research mice in a new study published in Nature Communications. Read more. |
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ASHRAE Guideline 44: Protecting Building Occupants From Smoke During Wildfire and Prescribed Burn Events Available for Free |
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Friday, January 17, 2025 12:36 PM |
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In response to the devasting wildfires in Southern California, ASHRAE is providing free public access to a read only version of the new ASHRAE Guideline 44-2024, Protecting Building Occupants From Smoke During Wildfire and Prescribed Burn Events (https://bit.ly/4gUL8hF), available until Feb. 11, 2025. This Guideline offers vital tips for creating safer, healthier indoor environments during and after fire events. Additionally, ASHRAE Journal podcast episode “Where There’s Smoke, There’s HVAC” (https://bit.ly/44RPRKn) explores the impacts of wildfire smoke on buildings, people and public health. |
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US Department of Labor terminates COVID-19 healthcare rulemaking |
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Friday, January 17, 2025 12:08 PM |
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The U.S. Department of Labor today announced that its Occupational Safety and Health Administration has terminated its COVID-19 healthcare rulemaking. Read more. |
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What to know about toxic exposures from LA’s fires |
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Friday, January 17, 2025 12:01 PM |
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Fire and smoke-damaged homes contain all sorts of chemical risks, warn environmental health experts. Read more. |
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MMWR Weekly - January 16, 2025 |
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Thursday, January 16, 2025 08:26 PM |
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Weekly / Vol. 74 / No. 2. Read more. |
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HHS Intends to Provide $211 Million to Accelerate, Enhance Platform Capability for Emerging Infectious Diseases |
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Thursday, January 16, 2025 04:29 PM |
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The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has announced it intends to provide $211 million to the Rapid Response Partnership Vehicle (RRPV) Consortium to enhance mRNA platform capabilities so that the U.S. is better prepared to respond to emerging infectious diseases like avian flu. This funding, from the Biomedical Advanced Research and Development Authority (BARDA), part of the HHS Administration for Strategic Preparedness and Response (ASPR), will support development and long-term manufacturing capability of an RNA-based vaccine platform technology to combat evolving 21st century biothreats. Read more. |
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Put down the hand sanitizer and use soap, how to prevent Norovirus |
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Thursday, January 16, 2025 02:38 PM |
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Norovirus is something you don’t want to catch—but according to the CDC, it’s doubled this winter season when compared to last season. Read more. |
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7 things you can do to prevent getting bird flu |
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Thursday, January 16, 2025 10:50 AM |
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Public health officials are closely monitoring the latest bird flu outbreak that has sickened or killed millions of birds, chicken and cattle in the US. Read more. |
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IZ Express #1,795: Pneumococcal vaccination of all adults 50+, “Let’s Get Real” vaccination campaign, and more |
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Wednesday, January 15, 2025 03:10 PM |
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IZ Express #1,795: Pneumococcal vaccination of all adults 50+, “Let’s Get Real” vaccination campaign, and more. Read more. |
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EPA and OSHA to Strengthen Efforts on Chemical Safety to Better Protect Workers |
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Wednesday, January 15, 2025 02:31 PM |
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The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) of the U.S. Department of Labor have entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) formalizing their coordination on EPA’s work to assess and manage existing chemicals under section 6 of the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA). EPA and OSHA anticipate that better coordination under this MOU will result in improved workplace health and safety protections for workers using existing chemical substances under TSCA and the Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) Act and allow for effective implementation of our national workplace and environmental protection statutes. Read more. |
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Genetic mutation linked to higher SARS-CoV-2 risk |
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Wednesday, January 15, 2025 02:17 PM |
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Researchers have identified a novel genetic risk factor for SARS-CoV-2 infection, providing new insights into the virus’ ability to invade human cells. SARS-CoV-2 is the virus that spreads COVID-19. Read more. |
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