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Despite evolving guidance emphasizing antimicrobial stewardship, including narrower indications for carbapenem use, many hospitals continue to use carbapenems in ways inconsistent with the latest recommendations.The current use of carbapenem for…

Mosquito- JCV transmitter Image credits: UnsplashIn a recent study examining Jamestown Canyon virus (JCV), a mosquito-borne orthobunyavirus belonging to the California serogroup (CSG), researchers uncovered concerning trends regarding its impact.…

Sonya Davey, MDImage credit: Sonya Davey via LinkedinThis article first appeared on our sister site, HCPLive.Findings from a recent study are providing an overview of changes in direct-acting antiviral (DAA)…

E coli Contamination Found in Ground Beef Sold at WalmartA recent announcement by the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) revealed that over 16,000 pounds of ground beef have been recalled…

This week, April FDA roundup, ESCMID conference coverage, enhancing C difficile treatment, and more from Contagion. Source link

According to a new report, hospital saw a reduction in 3 HAI. Image credit: Tom Fisk, UnsplashHealth care-associated infections (HAI) scores have declined by 30% or more in 3 major…

PLANTERS Honey Roasted PeanutsImage credits: PR NewswireAustin, Minnesota, May 2, 2024. Hormel Foods Sales, LLC has announced a voluntary recall of specific PLANTERS products manufactured at one of its facilities…

The RSV immunization, nirsevimab, showed it reduced hospitalizations for RSV in infants under 6 months of age by 82% compared to infants who received no RSV.image credit: unsplashToday, Sanofi announced…

Hepatitis testImage credits: UnsplashIn Germany, a study examined samples from 32 asymptomatic blood donors who tested positive for HEV RNA. Through close monitoring of viral load and seroconversion at approximately…

The CDC provided an update on their ongoing investigation of the link between a spa treatment for customers who received platelet-rich plasma with microneedling, or what is also referred to…