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Tuesday, March 24, 2026 01:08 PM |
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Alcohol and drug addiction can cause many harms. This Research in Context feature looks at research into the causes of addiction and new ways to treat it. Read more. |
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World TB Day: A New Clue Offers Hope Against The Deadliest Infection |
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Tuesday, March 24, 2026 10:59 AM |
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After decades of decline in the developed world, tuberculosis (TB) is back on the rise, and increasingly resistant to our best antibiotics. Read more. |
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Workforce Equity and Dental Health Aides in CHAP: A Scoping Review |
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Tuesday, March 24, 2026 08:36 AM |
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Oral health workforce shortages are a persistent challenge throughout the United States (US), disproportionately affecting American Indian/Alaskan (AI/AN) Native communities. Read more. |
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More than 1 in 5 new TB cases in Europe are missed, analysis finds |
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Monday, March 23, 2026 04:39 PM |
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New tuberculosis (TB) data from Europe today indicate that TB incidence has fallen by nearly 40% over the past decade, but more than 20% of new TB cases are going undetected. Read more. |
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New COVID variant with immune escape potential confirmed in US, 22 other countries |
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Monday, March 23, 2026 04:34 PM |
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The highly mutated SARS-CoV-2 BA.3.2 variant, which has been reported by at least 23 countries as of February 11, has been detected in nasal swabs collected from four US travelers, clinical samples from five patients, three airplane wastewater samples, and 132 wastewater surveillance samples from 25 states, per a study published last week in Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report. Read more. |
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Six Tips for Left-Handed Dental Hygienists in a Right-Handed Operatory. |
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Monday, March 23, 2026 04:07 PM |
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We can’t do this to ourselves – our profession already takes such a toll on our musculoskeletal systems. We must advocate for our health and ensure career longevity with proper positioning. Read more. |
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AGD Publishes Articles that Highlights Emerging Research on Microplastics and Dental Materials |
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Monday, March 23, 2026 12:51 PM |
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The Academy of General Dentistry (AGD) recently published an article highlighting emerging research examining microplastics and dental materials and the potential relevance to oral and overall health care. Published in the March/April issue of General Dentistry, “What Every Dentist Need to Know About Microplastics and Dental Materials” delves into the sources of microplastics in foods and dental products and assesses the potential health risks to... Read more |
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Virtual reality shown to improve medical students' understanding of head and neck anatomy |
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Monday, March 23, 2026 12:38 PM |
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A new study published in OTO Open, the open-access journal of the American Academy of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery Foundation (AAO-HNSF), finds that a standardized virtual reality (VR) educational experience improved medical students' knowledge and confidence in head and neck anatomy—and did so regardless of students' prior experience with VR or video gaming. Read more. |
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From Policing to Coaching: Rethinking Hand Hygiene Enforcement |
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Saturday, March 21, 2026 01:11 PM |
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How IPC programs are shifting away from punitive audits toward human-centered coaching models. Include peer-to-peer observation, quiet feedback moments, and psychological safety as drivers of long-term adherence. Read more. |
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The Debate on Laundering Microfibers in Healthcare |
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Saturday, March 21, 2026 01:04 PM |
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While experts agree on the importance of microfiber, research is split on whether to reuse and recycle. Read more. |
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IAQ and Infection Mitigation: Plans Into Actions |
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Saturday, March 21, 2026 01:01 PM |
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Healthcare facility managers face a series of blind spots and challenges — water intrusion, legacy HVAC and building water systems, continuous occupancy, regulatory scrutiny, incompatible technologies, and staff and budget shortfalls — when ensuring indoor air quality (IAQ) and preventing infection in aging facilities. Read more. |
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Underutilization of Flu Antivirals |
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Saturday, March 21, 2026 12:00 PM |
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This spotlight discusses reports showing that many children hospitalized with the flu are not receiving flu antiviral treatment. CDC recommends that all people hospitalized with flu be treated with flu antiviral medication as soon as possible. Read more. |
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Today in History—March 24: The Lecture That Unraveled the Mystery of Tuberculosis |
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Saturday, March 21, 2026 11:41 AM |
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On this day in 1882, German physician Robert Koch gave a lecture at the monthly meeting of the Berlin Physiological Society announcing that he had discovered the cause of tuberculosis: the tuberculosis bacterium. Read more. |
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Measles Update: March 20, 2026 |
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Friday, March 20, 2026 05:15 PM |
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The latest CDC numbers show a 9.18% increase of measles cases from week-to-week. This is an increase in the number of cases from last week where there was a 6.3% increase. Read more. |
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Metabolic health: The missing link to clinical wellness |
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Friday, March 20, 2026 05:06 PM |
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Metabolic health plays a powerful role in clinician energy, inflammation, and recovery during long clinical days. Understanding how dentistry impacts blood sugar, cortisol, and fatigue highlights practical strategies that support endurance, focus, and long-term professional health. Read more. |
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CDC reports 14 more pediatric flu deaths, 115 total |
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Friday, March 20, 2026 03:52 PM |
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This week 14 US children were confirmed to have died of influenza, up from 11 in each of the previous two weeks, as overall flu activity remained elevated but declined in most parts of the country, with influenza A decreasing and influenza B trends varying by region, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reported today in its FluView update for the week ending March 14. Read more. |
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HRSA Updates Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program Parts A and B Formula Funding Methodology to Ensure HIV Care Services Meet Patient Needs |
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Friday, March 20, 2026 11:02 AM |
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The Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) today announced updates to the funding methodology used to calculate Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program Parts A and B formula awards. The change better aligns resources with jurisdictions where people with HIV currently live and receive life-saving care and treatment services. Read more. |
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New dental school opens in NYC |
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Friday, March 20, 2026 10:33 AM |
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Yeshiva University is launching its college of dental medicine (YUCDM) in New York City's Herald Square. Read more. |
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MMWR Weekly - March 19, 2026 |
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Thursday, March 19, 2026 01:30 PM |
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Weekly / Vol. 75 / No. 10. Read more. |
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US Department of Labor’s OSHA Cares initiative strengthens customer service, expands compliance assistance |
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Thursday, March 19, 2026 12:23 PM |
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The U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration today announced the launch of its OSHA Cares initiative, an agency-wide effort focused on helping businesses meet federal workplace safety requirements, while also building strong, successful safety and health programs that benefit employers and workers. Read more. |
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Pitt’s ‘homegrown’ approach to training rural dental providers aims to make it easier to access care |
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Thursday, March 19, 2026 12:08 PM |
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A new initiative from the University of Pittsburgh will train future dental professionals in rural Pennsylvania, where a shrinking and aging workforce has left many residents without access to care. Read more. |
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New ADA course offers strategies for supporting dentists’ mental health |
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Thursday, March 19, 2026 11:00 AM |
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In honor of Health Workforce Well-Being Day on March 18, a new continuing education course from the American Dental Association offers practical strategies and tools to support mental health, reduce burnout and promote resilience among dentists and their teams. Read more. |
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Germ factories or immune boot camps? Infection and immunity in childcare settings |
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Thursday, March 19, 2026 10:17 AM |
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Childcare outside the home is a common experience for many children in high-income countries. It is associated with an increase in the incidence of infectious diseases—not just for the child but also for their parents and other household members. In this review, we explore this phenomenon from multiple angles, combining age at first infection, maternal antibody dynamics, seroepidemiology, cohort studies, and outbreak reports to understand the relationship between the immune systems of children starting childcare and the pathogen milieu they encounter. Read more. |
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Antibiotic used in COVID patients tied to increased signs of antibiotic resistance |
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Wednesday, March 18, 2026 05:40 PM |
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In the early months of the COVID-19 pandemic, nearly 75% of hospitalized COVID patients received antibiotics on admission, primarily because of limited treatment options and concerns about bacterial coinfections. Read more. |
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Stethoscope Hygiene Gaps Persist: Infection Prevention Leaders Call for Workflow-Based Solutions to Reduce HAIs |
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Wednesday, March 18, 2026 12:04 PM |
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Stethoscopes remain an overlooked vector for health care–associated infections. Infection prevention experts say inconsistent cleaning, workflow pressures, and cultural gaps contribute to contamination risks, especially for vulnerable patients such as those in oncology and emergency settings. Read more. |
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World Tuberculosis Day: Protecting Children From a Deadly Disease |
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Wednesday, March 18, 2026 11:58 AM |
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Observed each year on March 24, World Tuberculosis Day raises awareness of tuberculosis (TB) — still one of the world’s deadliest infectious diseases — and its effects on children. UNICEF works to protect children globally through prevention — including vaccination — and health system strengthening. Read more. |
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Factors Impacting Intention of Dental Hygienists to Administer Vaccines in Dental Settings |
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Wednesday, March 18, 2026 09:27 AM |
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Objective: To evaluate the environmental, behavioural and personal factors affecting the intention of dental hygienists (DHs) to receive training and administer vaccinations in dental settings. Read more. |
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IZ Express #1,865: Influenza vaccine effectiveness, measles updates, and more |
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Wednesday, March 18, 2026 07:09 AM |
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IZ Express #1,865: Influenza vaccine effectiveness, measles updates, and more. Read more. |
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Is your practice IT-healthy? A security and compliance checklist for 2026 |
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Tuesday, March 17, 2026 12:32 PM |
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From HIPAA risk assessments and disaster recovery testing to ransomware protection and staff training, these practical steps can help reduce downtime, improve compliance, and strengthen cybersecurity across your practice. Read more. |
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The Hidden Cost of a Sick Week: Flu’s Economic Impact |
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Tuesday, March 17, 2026 11:29 AM |
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Special thanks to Families Fighting Flu for this guest blog post on the economic impact of influenza (flu) on parents, kids, and work–and the nation’s economy. Read more. |
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Dentists, stop guessing and start biopsying |
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Tuesday, March 17, 2026 10:39 AM |
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Dr. Ashley Clark has a stark message for dental professionals: "No one ever died of an incisional biopsy, but I see people every single Wednesday at that tumor board that are going to die because they didn't get one." Read more. |
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OSHA - Infectious Diseases |
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Tuesday, March 17, 2026 10:34 AM |
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Infections are caused by exposure to or contact with pathogens such as viruses, bacteria, fungi, and parasites. Some pathogens are communicable, meaning they can be spread between people or be acquired from contact with contaminated surfaces. Communicable diseases are all infectious, but not all infectious diseases are communicable. Infections can also be acquired from pathogens in the worksite environment. These include those that live in soil or dust, water, insects, and some animals. Read more. |
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Shingles vaccine drastically cuts risk of serious cardiac events |
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Tuesday, March 17, 2026 10:31 AM |
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Study suggests the vaccine’s heart-protective effects may be amplified in those with heart disease. Read more. |
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Beyond the Basics: Rethinking OSHA Training in the Modern Dental Practice. |
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Monday, March 16, 2026 05:03 PM |
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Let’s be honest. For many dental teams, OSHA training has become a checkbox exercise. Watch the same outdated video, sign the sheet, move on. But when was the last time that training actually taught something new or sparked a meaningful conversation in your practice? Read more. |
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US on track to soar past last year’s record for measles cases |
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Monday, March 16, 2026 04:58 PM |
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Ongoing transmission is jeopardizing the country’s measles elimination status. Read more. |
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