Category: Infectious Disease
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Sexually Transmitted Infections Reaching Record Highs Sweeping Across Nation
The out-of-control sexually transmitted diseases/infections (STD/STI) epidemic continues to put lives at risk, new CDC data highlights the urgent need for funds to curb the rapidly increasing public health crisis. The new data shows that chlamydia and syphilis numbers have reached record highs, and that the nation is struggling to gain control of the epidemics…
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Researchers develop polymers that can kill bacteria
Antibiotic-resistant bacteria have become a rapidly growing threat to public health. Each year, they account for more than 2.8 million infections, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Without new antibiotics, even common injuries and infections harbor the potential to become lethal. Scientists are now one step closer to eliminating that threat,…
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Toothbrushing tied to lower rates of pneumonia among hospitalized patients
Toothbrushing also associated with lower rates of ICU mortality, shorter duration of mechanical ventilation, and shorter ICU length of stayu00a0 Researchers say toothbrushing could be a cheap but effective way to help lower rates of hospital-acquired pneumoniau00a0
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Diverse gut bacteria communities protect against harmful pathogens by nutrient blocking
A new study led by the University of Oxford has demonstrated that diverse communities of resident bacteria can protect the human gut from disease-causing microorganisms. The researchers found that protective communities block the growth of harmful pathogens by consuming nutrients that the pathogen needs. The findings, published today in the journal Science, could help to…
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Clearing the Air: All About Airborne Viruses
Nobody likes being sick with a virus. It can feel even worse if you get your loved ones sick, too. But you can keep your family healthier by learning ways to prevent viruses from spreading. Some viruses, like other germs, can live on surfaces. You become infected when you touch them and then touch your…
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Nanotech takes on orthopedics
Superior knee and hip replacements are a step closer after Flinders University and Chinese researchers further test and develop a new orthopedic implant coating that has the strong ability to ward off infection — as well as stimulate bone growth. The technology, which has been patented after more promising results just detailed in the lead…
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Gentle cleansers kill viruses as effectively as harsh soaps, study finds
Healthcare professionals often substitute alcohol-based hand sanitisers and harsh soaps for skin-friendly cleansers in order to treat or prevent irritant contact dermatitis, which develops when chemical or physical agents damage the skin surface faster than the skin can repair Incidence and severity of irritant contact dermatitis increased from 20 per cent to 80 per cent…
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A Few Herbs And Spices With Potent Prevention Profiles
When it comes to herbs and spices, adding a splash of this and a dash of that can transform almost any bland dish into something scrumptious, but adding that zing to your meal may also help you to ward off certain cancers. Yes, food can be medicine, and prevention is always better than cure.u00a0
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Preparing For Cold And Flu Season
Itu2019s that time of year again when you hear coughs and sneezes and find yourself wondering if that person is suffering from more than just allergies or if they might have a seasonal cold or flu bug. Yes, it is true, despite what some people would have you believe, not everything is the COVID-ick. Common…
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It’s Turkey Time!
Dr. Ronald Klatz, Co-founder and President of the American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine (A4M) pointed out,u201d Most of us donu2019t think that Thanksgiving can be dangerous, but it can be. Foodborne illness is as serious as a heart attack in that you can die just the same. You should also have a polite way to…