ANTIBIOTIC RESISTANCE: ORIGINS, EVOLUTION, SELECTION
... are the survivors of the antibiotic selection which has been taking place within various segments of society. Microbes circulate everywhere, and there is a continual exchange among the different human, animal and agricultural hosts. We do not know which bacteria are resistant and which are susceptib ...
... are the survivors of the antibiotic selection which has been taking place within various segments of society. Microbes circulate everywhere, and there is a continual exchange among the different human, animal and agricultural hosts. We do not know which bacteria are resistant and which are susceptib ...
Evidence-based best practices to reduce maternal mortality
... Causes of maternal mortality • In this study, 27 women died from either spontaneous or induced abortion • So one cannot state, based on WHO’s own best data, that induced abortion is one of the most important contributors to maternal mortality – If 1/3 of the abortion-related deaths in this sample w ...
... Causes of maternal mortality • In this study, 27 women died from either spontaneous or induced abortion • So one cannot state, based on WHO’s own best data, that induced abortion is one of the most important contributors to maternal mortality – If 1/3 of the abortion-related deaths in this sample w ...
Feline Immunodeficiency
... The preferred initial tests are ELISA or immunochromatographic test, which detect antibodies recognizing viral structural proteins (such as the capsid protein p24 and a gp41 peptide) and offer the advantage of speed and convenience. However, when the results are inconclusive by these tests a more sp ...
... The preferred initial tests are ELISA or immunochromatographic test, which detect antibodies recognizing viral structural proteins (such as the capsid protein p24 and a gp41 peptide) and offer the advantage of speed and convenience. However, when the results are inconclusive by these tests a more sp ...
GBS Awareness Proclamation
... Whereas Group B strep (GBS) is a leading infectious killer of newborns in the United States and is 86% preventable with proper testing and treatment according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Whereas the Centers of Disease Control and Prevention issued a protocol change for GBS car ...
... Whereas Group B strep (GBS) is a leading infectious killer of newborns in the United States and is 86% preventable with proper testing and treatment according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Whereas the Centers of Disease Control and Prevention issued a protocol change for GBS car ...
HPV: How is a Sexually Transmitted Infection
... vaccination is recommended. Vaccination, however, does not eliminate the need for regular pap smear testing and pelvic examinations because other HPV types may cause cellular abnormalities and potentially cancer. Once researchers discovered HPV was responsible for cervical cancer, they began to look ...
... vaccination is recommended. Vaccination, however, does not eliminate the need for regular pap smear testing and pelvic examinations because other HPV types may cause cellular abnormalities and potentially cancer. Once researchers discovered HPV was responsible for cervical cancer, they began to look ...
INVESTIGATION OF HANTAVIRUS INFECTIONS AMONG CCHFV
... Seoul virus (SEOV) in Asia. In addition, approximately 200 cases are diagnosed annually as HCPS in the United States(6). Puumala virus (PUUV) and Dobrava virus (DOBV) have caused the majority of the HFRS cases in Europe(4). Each Hantavirus is transmitted predominantly by its own natural host, whethe ...
... Seoul virus (SEOV) in Asia. In addition, approximately 200 cases are diagnosed annually as HCPS in the United States(6). Puumala virus (PUUV) and Dobrava virus (DOBV) have caused the majority of the HFRS cases in Europe(4). Each Hantavirus is transmitted predominantly by its own natural host, whethe ...
Translational Oral Science Implications for Systemic Clinical
... anxiety quantifiable by the P-E fit model. Biomarkers in saliva and other oral fluids will be critical in testing whether or not this pathological profile can be attributed in systemic glucocorticoid resistance that sub-group of HIV/AIDS patient [18]. Furthermore, as we now experience global climate ...
... anxiety quantifiable by the P-E fit model. Biomarkers in saliva and other oral fluids will be critical in testing whether or not this pathological profile can be attributed in systemic glucocorticoid resistance that sub-group of HIV/AIDS patient [18]. Furthermore, as we now experience global climate ...
Antibiotic Resistance of Enterobacteriaceae Isolated
... In our study, all the examined isolates were sensitive to GEN and CIP. This finding is similar to the some previous investigations in other regions carried out in nondomestic environment (Fluckey et al., 2007; Knezevic and Petrovic, 2008; Miranda et al., 2008). Even though resistance to fluoroquinol ...
... In our study, all the examined isolates were sensitive to GEN and CIP. This finding is similar to the some previous investigations in other regions carried out in nondomestic environment (Fluckey et al., 2007; Knezevic and Petrovic, 2008; Miranda et al., 2008). Even though resistance to fluoroquinol ...
Infection as a comorbidity of COPD PERSPECTIVE
... Recurrent acute exacerbations secondary to infections by bacterial and/or viral pathogens are seen in almost all patients with COPD. Although exacerbations were previously perceived as a nuisance problem with no serious consequences, there is now ample evidence that they contribute to poor quality o ...
... Recurrent acute exacerbations secondary to infections by bacterial and/or viral pathogens are seen in almost all patients with COPD. Although exacerbations were previously perceived as a nuisance problem with no serious consequences, there is now ample evidence that they contribute to poor quality o ...
Updated advice for family and friends of HAW
... Ebola virus initially spreads to people through coming into close contact with infected wild animals (sometimes eaten as ‘bushmeat’). Spread from person to person can then occur through direct contact with the blood and other body fluids of infected people who have symptoms. Semen can contain virus ...
... Ebola virus initially spreads to people through coming into close contact with infected wild animals (sometimes eaten as ‘bushmeat’). Spread from person to person can then occur through direct contact with the blood and other body fluids of infected people who have symptoms. Semen can contain virus ...
Notable Facts about Maternal and Neonatal Tetanus
... neonatal tetanus occur which result in the deaths of 248,000 infants. Additionally, it is estimated that 30,000 – 50,000 women die each year from the disease. • MNT is most commonly caused by unclean birthing practices. • After 5 doses of the vaccine, women and children are fully immunized for life. ...
... neonatal tetanus occur which result in the deaths of 248,000 infants. Additionally, it is estimated that 30,000 – 50,000 women die each year from the disease. • MNT is most commonly caused by unclean birthing practices. • After 5 doses of the vaccine, women and children are fully immunized for life. ...
Emergency Department Evaluation of Fever in the Returning Traveler
... 3. Clindamycin 10mg/kg iv loading dose followed by 5mg/kg iv q8h until blood is clear of parasites (only if unable to tolerate 1 or 2) Canadian recommendations for the prevention and treatment of malaria among international travellers. CATMAT, Laboratory for Disease Control. Canadian Communicable Di ...
... 3. Clindamycin 10mg/kg iv loading dose followed by 5mg/kg iv q8h until blood is clear of parasites (only if unable to tolerate 1 or 2) Canadian recommendations for the prevention and treatment of malaria among international travellers. CATMAT, Laboratory for Disease Control. Canadian Communicable Di ...
Reproduction of Bacteria
... • some bacteria cause diseases •Animals can pass diseases to humans Communicable Disease – Disease passed from one organism to another This can happen in several ways: •Air •Touching clothing, food, silverware, or toothbrush •Drinking water that contains bacteria ...
... • some bacteria cause diseases •Animals can pass diseases to humans Communicable Disease – Disease passed from one organism to another This can happen in several ways: •Air •Touching clothing, food, silverware, or toothbrush •Drinking water that contains bacteria ...
A 61-Year-Old Man with Nonresolving Pneumonia and Bronchorrhea
... basis. Histologically, the mucin-producing adenocarcinomas (eg, some types of gastrointestinal tract, pancreatic, and ovarian cancers) can mimic BAC.9 Therefore, immunohistochemical stains must be performed to confirm the diagnosis.9 Physicians need to consider BAC in the differential diagnosis of n ...
... basis. Histologically, the mucin-producing adenocarcinomas (eg, some types of gastrointestinal tract, pancreatic, and ovarian cancers) can mimic BAC.9 Therefore, immunohistochemical stains must be performed to confirm the diagnosis.9 Physicians need to consider BAC in the differential diagnosis of n ...
July 2015: Ticks and Tick Bites
... The following graphic shows how to remove a tick the right way: ...
... The following graphic shows how to remove a tick the right way: ...
RESEARCH OPPORTUNITIES
... order to avoid interrupting power to your station. Should you leave your desk at anytime, ALWAYS push the chair to the desk area. The desk and tables in the room are not meant to be used as chairs. Do not sit on them as they may not hold your weight. Finally, NEVER, NEVER stand up on the chair. Acci ...
... order to avoid interrupting power to your station. Should you leave your desk at anytime, ALWAYS push the chair to the desk area. The desk and tables in the room are not meant to be used as chairs. Do not sit on them as they may not hold your weight. Finally, NEVER, NEVER stand up on the chair. Acci ...
516 Corticosteroid therapy in borderline tuberculoid leprosy
... According to the World Health Organization (WHO), Brazil is one of the few countries in which leprosy and AIDS are endemic. The Brazilian Ministry of Health offers free treatment for both diseases and plays an important role in the study of co-infected individuals. Unfortunately, there are still no ...
... According to the World Health Organization (WHO), Brazil is one of the few countries in which leprosy and AIDS are endemic. The Brazilian Ministry of Health offers free treatment for both diseases and plays an important role in the study of co-infected individuals. Unfortunately, there are still no ...
Pandemic Flu and Anesthesia
... Personal Protection Equipment Hand washing Either soap and water or alcohol based cleansing solutions are effective in controlling influenza or SARS virus. Must be done prior to patient contact, after removing masks, gloves and gowns Health Care Workers (HCW) who consistently washed their h ...
... Personal Protection Equipment Hand washing Either soap and water or alcohol based cleansing solutions are effective in controlling influenza or SARS virus. Must be done prior to patient contact, after removing masks, gloves and gowns Health Care Workers (HCW) who consistently washed their h ...
What is Ruptured Eardrum?
... _ holes left in the eardrum when ear tubes have fallen out and the eardrum doesn't repair itself _ insertion of cotton applicators or other small objects into the ear canal _ previous ruptures _ sudden explosion _ trauma, such as sports injuries that cause a blow to the side of the head _ tuberculos ...
... _ holes left in the eardrum when ear tubes have fallen out and the eardrum doesn't repair itself _ insertion of cotton applicators or other small objects into the ear canal _ previous ruptures _ sudden explosion _ trauma, such as sports injuries that cause a blow to the side of the head _ tuberculos ...
California Department of Public Health
... transmit these viruses after biting an infected person. These mosquitoes typically breed and develop in small, water‐filled containers. In California, Aedes aegypti has been detected in twelve counties. Aedes albopictus has been identified in five counties (see map). Thus far in California, Zika inf ...
... transmit these viruses after biting an infected person. These mosquitoes typically breed and develop in small, water‐filled containers. In California, Aedes aegypti has been detected in twelve counties. Aedes albopictus has been identified in five counties (see map). Thus far in California, Zika inf ...
Hospital-acquired infection
Hospital-acquired infection (HAI) — also known as nosocomial infection — is an infection whose development is favored by a hospital environment, such as one acquired by a patient during a hospital visit or one developing among hospital staff. In the United States, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimated roughly 1.7 million hospital-associated infections, from all types of microorganisms, including bacteria, combined, cause or contribute to 99,000 deaths each year. In Europe, where hospital surveys have been conducted, the category of gram-negative infections are estimated to account for two-thirds of the 25,000 deaths each year. Nosocomial infections can cause severe pneumonia and infections of the urinary tract, bloodstream and other parts of the body. Many types are difficult to attack with antibiotics, and antibiotic resistance is spreading to gram-negative bacteria that can infect people outside the hospital.Hospital-acquired infections are an important category of hospital-acquired conditions. HAI is sometimes expanded as healthcare-associated infection to emphasize that infections can be correlated with health care in various settings (not just hospitals), which is also true of hospital-acquired conditions generally.