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Ten-year trends in antimicrobial and analgesic prescribing by NHS dentists in England: a retrospective analysis study |
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Saturday, July 11, 2026 01:58 PM |
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Evidence on long-term National Health Service (NHS) dental prescribing is limited. This study aimed to identify whether utilisation of analgesics and antimicrobials returned to pre-Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) levels in primary dental care, highlighting the national efforts needed to ensure patient safety when prescribing in dentistry. Read more. |
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AI Prescription Refills Spark Debate Over Safety, Oversight, and the Future of Clinical Care |
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Saturday, July 11, 2026 01:47 PM |
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Utah's AI-powered prescription refill pilot is fueling debate over how artificial intelligence can improve medication access and workflow efficiency while preserving the clinical oversight needed to ensure patient safety. Read more. |
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How to prevent New World screwworm infestations in cats and dogs |
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Saturday, July 11, 2026 01:39 PM |
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Although the New World screwworm (NWS) mainly endangers livestock, the parasitic flies can also attack and kill pets. Read more. |
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GLP-1 Agonists May Help People With Diabetes and Long COVID |
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Saturday, July 11, 2026 01:34 PM |
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GLP-1 agonists have become popular treatments for weight loss and type 2 diabetes, and newer studies suggest other health benefits as well. Findings from experiments on mice, published this week in the Journal of Virology, suggest that the drugs may offer benefits to another patient population: people with type 2 diabetes who suffer from pulmonary fibrosis months or years after infection with SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19. Read more. |
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Epidemiologic Trends in Clostridioides difficile Infection Among U.S. Emergency Department Patients, 2014–2024 |
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Saturday, July 11, 2026 01:22 PM |
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Community-acquired Clostridioides difficile infection (CDI) represents an increasing proportion of cases in the United States, yet contemporary data describing epidemiology and management in the emergency department (ED) are limited. We evaluated national trends in CDI incidence, antibiotic treatment, and outpatient medication exposures among ED patients. Read more. |
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Tufts University School of Dental Medicine Earns ADA Qualified Testing Site Designation |
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Friday, July 10, 2026 12:52 PM |
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As an American Dental Association (ADA) Qualified Testing Site, TUSDM joins a select network of dental institutions that can collaborate with manufacturers and industry partners on research and product evaluation initiatives. Read more. |
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Can AI Write the Note? Lessons from a Pediatric ICU Pilot of Ambient AI Scribes |
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Friday, July 10, 2026 12:45 PM |
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Ambient AI scribes listen to clinical conversations and automatically generate draft notes. They have emerged as a promising solution to the documentation burden facing physicians. Although ambient AI scribes have shown promise, much less is known about their role in pediatric inpatient medicine. Multidisciplinary rounds, medically complex patients, and family-centered decision-making create unique documentation demands. Therefore, AI-assisted documentation must be thoughtfully implemented in these settings. Read more. |
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Why Contact Tracing Remains One of Infection Prevention's Most Powerful Tools: Lessons From the Ebola Outbreak in the DRC |
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Friday, July 10, 2026 12:36 PM |
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What makes contact tracing effective during an Ebola outbreak? This article explains how IPs and public health teams use the same core principles, such as rapid case identification, exposure assessment, contact monitoring, and community engagement, to reduce disease transmission. Using the ongoing Bundibugyo Ebola outbreak in the DRC as a case study, it highlights why trust, surveillance, and high contact follow-up rates remain essential to successful IPC efforts worldwide. Read more. |
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New York State Department of Health Announces Historic $544K Penalty Against Former Suffolk County Nurse Practitioner for Fraudulent Vaccination Practices |
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Friday, July 10, 2026 09:25 AM |
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The New York State Department of Health today announced it has imposed a $544,000 civil penalty against former Suffolk County nurse practitioner Julie DeVuono, who was found to have falsified vaccination records for 162 school-aged children. This is the largest civil penalty imposed for vaccination fraud in the Department of Health's 125-year history, exceeding a then-unprecedented $300,000 civil penalty imposed in Fall 2023. Read more. |
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Current status and challenges in the assessment of antibiotic allergy information in electronic health records: a retrospective observational study of perioperative patients |
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Friday, July 10, 2026 09:17 AM |
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Inappropriate antibiotic allergy labeling often leads to the unnecessary avoidance of first-line therapies. The present study aimed to evaluate the current status of antibiotic allergy documentation and its assessment in patients undergoing surgery for which cefazolin was the recommended first-line prophylaxis in a Japanese hospital. Read more. |
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MMWR Weekly - July 9, 2026 |
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Thursday, July 09, 2026 12:32 PM |
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Weekly / Vol. 75 / No. 26. Read more. |
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ICT Expert Acronym Challenge: Test Your Infection Control Knowledge With This Health Care Professional Quiz |
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Thursday, July 09, 2026 12:15 PM |
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Think you know your infection control acronyms? Test your expertise with our ICT Expert Acronym Challenge! From CLABSI to VRE, this 20-question puzzle covers essential health care-acquired infection prevention terminology that every infection control professional should master. How many can you match correctly? Try the challenge now! Perfect for IPC specialists, infection prevention coordinators, and health care epidemiologists! Read more. |
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CALL FOR PUBLIC COMMENT Interim Report on Oral Health Inspection Visit by Age 1 |
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Thursday, July 09, 2026 11:54 AM |
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The Dental Quality Alliance (DQA) calls for review of its interim report on the DQA Oral Health Inspection Visit by Age 1 measure testing project. The purpose of this report is to update all interested parties on the measure’s specifications and to highlight key findings and decisions to date, as well as provide an overview of the testing process.
The Oral Health Inspection Visit by Age 1 measure assesses the percentage of children who receive an oral health inspection, (including oral evaluations, assessments and screenings) by age 1. The measure is designed to evaluate how effectively children are connected to early oral health care through both dental and medical providers, supporting the prevention and early identification of dental disease during a critical period of development.
We are asking that you please take the time to review the report and provide your comments to the DQA at [email protected] by August 5, 2026.
View Report. |
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OSHA Fact Sheet - Hepatitis B Vaccination Protection |
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Thursday, July 09, 2026 11:28 AM |
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Hepatitis B virus (HBV) is a pathogenic microorganism that can cause potentially life-threatening disease in humans. HBV infection is transmitted through exposure to blood and other potentially infectious materials (OPIM), as defined in the OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens standard, 29 CFR 1910.1030. Read More. |
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Evaluation of the antimicrobial efficacy of the nanoshield barrier on potentially contaminated materials used by students in dental clinics: a cross-sectional study |
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Thursday, July 09, 2026 09:33 AM |
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Environmental surfaces and devices routinely used in dental clinics are frequently exposed to microbial contamination from aerosols, droplets, and hand contact, posing a potential risk for cross-infection among patients and healthcare personnel. Read more. |
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Americans still don't connect oral health with overall health |
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Wednesday, July 08, 2026 03:01 PM |
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A recent survey reveals that while most Americans care about oral health, few recognize its connection to systemic diseases like heart disease and diabetes, highlighting a need for better education and collaboration. Read more. |
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Microbial flora and antimicrobial resistance in dental unit waterlines of Chongqing: An observational cross-sectional laboratory study |
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Wednesday, July 08, 2026 02:34 PM |
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Objective: To identify pathogenic bacteria in dental water systems and assess microbial diversity and resistance genes, we collected water samples from 35 dental facilities in Chongqing, China. Read more. |
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Ways to Avoid Getting Sick When Traveling |
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Wednesday, July 08, 2026 12:09 PM |
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An infectious disease specialist shares simple steps you can take to help lower your risk of getting sick when traveling this summer. Read more. |
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IZ Express #1,882: Immunize.org introduces Getting Started: For New Vaccinator, NIAM resources, and more |
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Wednesday, July 08, 2026 09:51 AM |
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IZ Express #1,882: Immunize.org introduces Getting Started: For New Vaccinator, NIAM resources, and more. Read more. |
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Mental Health Association Offers Free Employee Wellness Survey |
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Wednesday, July 08, 2026 09:48 AM |
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Workplace health strategies fall short due to limited resources and lack of data. Read more. |
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Obesity rates in the US climbed to about 40% of adults and 20% of youth in 2023 |
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Tuesday, July 07, 2026 01:20 PM |
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More than 20 years of data show a 37% increase in obesity, 23% in abdominal obesity, and over two-fold increase in severe obesity among both adults and youth, according to authors of a new study published in the journal Circulation. Read more. |
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AI mistakes can cost doctors time when writing to patients |
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Tuesday, July 07, 2026 01:04 PM |
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Errors and irrelevant details mean physicians may spend more time editing AI-drafted responses than it would take to write them, a large study of an online patient portal shows. Read more. |
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SAMHSA Announces More Than $281 Million in Funding Opportunities to Address Addiction, Overdose, and Mental Illness and Promote Recovery |
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Tuesday, July 07, 2026 10:58 AM |
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The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), a division within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), today announced more than $281 million in funding opportunities for 15 grant programs. Read more. |
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DIAC Issues Guidance on Dental Supply Chain Disruption and the Dangers of Stockpiling |
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Tuesday, July 07, 2026 10:25 AM |
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In response to continued disruption of global supply chains due to geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, the Dental Industry Association of Canada (DIAC) has issued guidance for dental practices in managing inventory. Read more. |
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Antimicrobial resistance in dental unit waterlines: a scoping review of microbial diversity, resistance patterns, and knowledge gaps |
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Tuesday, July 07, 2026 09:22 AM |
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Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a growing global health threat, and dental unit waterlines (DUWLs) may contribute to AMR, as DUWLs provide ideal conditions for biofilm development and growth of antimicrobial-resistant microorganisms. However, the microorganisms involved and their resistance patterns in DUWLs remains unclear. This scoping review aimed to map the available evidence on antimicrobial-resistant microorganisms in DUWLs and characterize resistance patterns. Read more. |
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Cannabis and mental health: Therapeutic tool or clinical risk? |
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Monday, July 06, 2026 05:20 PM |
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True story or fake news? Marijuana should not be prescribed for people with anxiety, depression, and PTSD. Join us in Medical History Mysteries as we talk about the latest research on medical cannabis. Read more. |
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Whole and well: The 5 dimensions of wellness every dentist should know and practice |
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Monday, July 06, 2026 05:15 PM |
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Burnout, chronic pain, and lost passion don’t have to define a dental career. Prioritizing physical, mental, emotional, spiritual, and social wellness can restore energy, sharpen performance, and create a more sustainable, fulfilling path in dentistry. Read more. |
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Watch Out for Wildfire Smoke - Staying Safe With a Fire Nearby |
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Monday, July 06, 2026 05:02 PM |
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Wildfires can be sparked by human activity or natural events. Over the past few decades, they have become increasingly common. The flames can destroy buildings and endanger people in the immediate vicinity. Read more. |
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Estimated US flu vaccine efficacy against death in kids 80% over 8 seasons |
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Monday, July 06, 2026 04:26 PM |
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During eight respiratory illness seasons, estimated influenza vaccine effectiveness (VE) against death in US children was 80% overall, 77% in those who had underlying medical conditions, and 87% among those without such conditions, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) researchers report today in Pediatrics. Read more. |
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FDI releases a two-page summary of global report on illegal dental practice |
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Monday, July 06, 2026 09:44 AM |
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Access the key findings from FDI’s global report on illegal dental practice in a practical two-page summary. Designed for National Dental Associations, policymakers and regulators, it supports advocacy and action to strengthen patient safety. Read more. |
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The burden of antimicrobial-resistant bacterial infections: a causal perspective |
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Sunday, July 05, 2026 02:48 PM |
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Estimates of preventable antimicrobial resistance (AMR) burden are important to inform local, national, regional, and global policies, targets and research priorities. Such estimates rely heavily on model assumptions and several analytical approaches have been used. In this perspective article, we outline key conceptual and practical challenges in estimating AMR burden, and propose strategies for building on existing work to obtain more policy-relevant burden estimates. Read more. |
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Study: Three-in-one vaccine shows promise against ‘tripledemic’ |
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Thursday, July 02, 2026 12:08 PM |
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Flu season is no longer just flu season. Since 2022, the health care community has faced what’s known as a “tripledemic” of seasonal influenza, COVID-19 and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV). Read more. |
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Joint Commission and American Hospital Association Launch Second Phase of Cyber Resilience Readiness Program |
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Thursday, July 02, 2026 12:03 PM |
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Joint Commission and the American Hospital Association (AHA) has rolled out the second phase of their Cyber Resilience Readiness (CRR) program, which includes advisory services from both partners and a new Joint Commission certification program. Read more. |
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CDC Encourages Americans to Stay Mosquito Bite-Free during America's 250th Independence Day holiday weekend |
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Thursday, July 02, 2026 11:16 AM |
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West Nile virus season starting early, highest number of infections reported at this point in year since 2004. Read more. |
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The WHO aims to help nations confront growing threat of fungal disease, antifungal resistance |
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Thursday, July 02, 2026 10:28 AM |
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The World Health Organization (WHO) has released a new “blueprint” to help countries respond to the growing threat of fungal infections and antifungal resistance. Read more. |
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