by admin | Sep 6, 2019 | Bacteria, Infection prevention
Originally Published by 2News WDTN A Texas mother is warning parents about how a common childhood illness almost killed her son. Rachel Barker says she didn’t give it much thought when her son, Hunter, dished out a complaint she had heard before. “He woke up Monday...
by admin | Jul 25, 2019 | Fungus, Infection prevention, Outbreaks
Originally Published by ZME Science When it comes to the multi-drug-resistant fungus Candida auris, few things are looking good. According to the CDC, several countries have reported that this fungus (technically, a yeast) is causing severe illness in hospitalized...
by admin | Jul 2, 2019 | Infection prevention, Pediatrician offices
Originally Published by MedAssure Outpatient medical settings, and, in particular, pediatrician’s offices, can be a hazardous area for acquiring new infections. Patients may bring their children to the pediatrician’s office for a routine checkup, and then find that...
by admin | Jun 6, 2019 | Infection prevention, Outbreaks
Originally Published by NJBiz.com The Department of Health released a report on Thursday recommending all long-term facilities with pediatric and adult ventilator beds have an infection control plan that allows for separation of sick and well...
by admin | Jun 3, 2019 | Germs, Infection prevention
Originally Published by Infection Control Today Studies have shown that microorganisms can survive on inanimate objects or surfaces for hours, days, weeks or even months.1 Cross-contamination is defined as the spread of germs from one surface or object to another and...
by admin | May 5, 2019 | Infection prevention, Outbreaks, Viruses
Originally Published by Kuam News Of the 15 confirmed cases of the infectious disease Shigellosis, 10 have involved children. An ongoing outbreak of the disease has Guam’s Public Health on high alert, warning residents to take precautions, especially with the...
