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Expert discusses certain measures that can help prevent HAI spread

Healthcare-associated infections represent a growing concern for both patients and healthcare providers across the nation. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates that approximately 1.7 million HAIs occur each year and contribute to the death of 99,000.

17 Mar 2011

Experts to discuss work directions for fight against TB at ITM conference in Antwerp

On occasion of the World TB Day, leading experts from 12 countries will take stock of the fight against tuberculosis, during a conference at the Institute of Tropical Medicine in Antwerp.

17 Mar 2011

NHS staff concerns laid out in a report

Nearly one third of NHS staff say basic hygiene supplies such as hot water and soap are not always available when they need them. This was revealed in a comprehensive survey of the workforce. A third of workers said they would not be happy with the standard of care provided by their hospital if family or friends needed treatment, or had witnessed potentially dangerous errors in the past month. Many complained of bullying by colleagues and managers. Nearly 40% complained that low staffing levels prevented them from doing their jobs properly. The survey was completed by some 165,000 employees across England’s 388 trusts. This is the eighth annual NHS Staff Survey, collated by the Care Quality Commission watchdog.

16 Mar 2011

Researchers find insufficient cleaning can lead to microbe spread on orthodontic retainers

Insufficient cleaning could allow build-up of microbes on orthodontic retainers, researchers at the UCL Eastman Dental Institute have found. Dr Jonathan Pratten and colleagues looked at the types of microbes which live on retainers.

15 Mar 2011

National clinical DPTT to help improve diabetes control

The Stony Brook University School of Dental Medicine is leading a multicenter national clinical trial to evaluate whether treatment of chronic periodontitis will help improve diabetes control. Sponsored by the National Institutes of Health, the Diabetes and Periodontal Therapy Trial monitors blood sugar levels of those with Type 2 diabetes after periodontal therapy.

15 Mar 2011

Main Line Health implements eClinicalWorks comprehensive EHR solution

eClinicalWorks®, a market leader in ambulatory clinical systems, today announced that Main Line Health, a non-profit health system serving the greater Philadelphia region, is implementing eClinicalWorks comprehensive electronic health records (EHR) solution, and also making assistance available to its affiliated physicians who desire to use the eClinicalWorks EHR.

14 Mar 2011

ITMNs can reduce Japanese Encephalitis transmission to humans

A new study revealed that using treated mosquito nets could drastically reduce the transmission of Japanese Encephalitis to humans.

9 Mar 2011

Swisher Hygiene announces acquisition of healthcare and hospitality division of SPS, ADCO

Swisher Hygiene Inc., a leading provider of essential hygiene and sanitation products and services, today announced that it has acquired the healthcare and hospitality division of Solvents and Petroleum Service, Inc., a New York-based hygiene and chemicals company, and ADCO Services, Inc., an Atlanta-based hygiene and chemicals company.

8 Mar 2011

SCA report: 59% of women chooses wellbeing dimension as most important aspect

A majority of women in both emerging and more mature markets view wellbeing as the most important dimension of personal hygiene, even more so than staying healthy.

8 Mar 2011

PositiveID reaches chemistry milestone in glucose-sensing RFID microchip development

PositiveID Corporation announced today that it has reached an important chemistry milestone in the development of its GlucoChip, glucose-sensing RFID microchip.

3 Mar 2011

New Sanitized MedX 200s active ingredient series to reduce risk of HAI

The new Sanitized MedX 200s active ingredient series, which has been used with success in the plastics of medical equipment, makes a contribution to reducing the risk of Healthcare-Associated Infections, HAI.

3 Mar 2011

New colon cancer screening campaign initiative in New York City

In honor of National Colon Cancer Awareness Month, Katie Couric, the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene, WCBS-TV and The Jay Monahan Center for Gastrointestinal Health at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital announced the launch of the "Make That Call" for colon cancer screening campaign.

2 Mar 2011

Physician administered preventive dental program reduces tooth decay treatment among young children

A preventive dental program targeting preschoolers under age 4 administered by physicians instead of dentists effectively reduces the need for tooth decay-related treatment among young children, a University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill study shows.

2 Mar 2011

Good oral health habits begin even before the first baby teeth appear

For many parents, thoughts of their children's dental health often comes long after the first baby teeth appear. Yet a lifetime of good oral health habits begins even with toothless infants, says Dr. Louis Amendola, D.D.S., Chief Dental Director at Western Dental Services, Inc.

2 Mar 2011

Excella achieves SafeBridge Potent Compound Safety Certification

SAFEBRIDGE® CONSULTANTS, INC., headquartered in Mountain View, California, has announced that Excella GmbH in Feucht, Germany has met the criteria established under the SafeBridge program for "Potent Compound Safety Certification" and has been deemed competent and proficient in the safe handling of potent active pharmaceutical ingredients ("APIs") and potent drug products.

1 Mar 2011

Objet, Remedent partner to enhance 3D printing solutions for cosmetic dentistry

Remedent, a global leader in porcelain veneers and teeth whitening solutions for the cosmetic dental industry, announced today that it has teamed up with Objet Geometries, the innovation leader in 3D printing for rapid prototyping and additive manufacturing, to enhance the fabrication process for dental veneer try-ins and delivery guides using Objet's 3D printing solutions.

1 Mar 2011

Researchers report 'surprisingly little' evidence that economic downturns are associated with deep development aid cuts

Despite concerns expressed by the World Bank and the WHO that the current economic climate would lead donor countries to scale back development assistance, a study published online Friday in the WHO Bulletin finds what the authors "described as 'surprisingly little' evidence that economic downturns are associated with deep cuts in aid, at least in the first few years of a financial crisis," Reuters reports.

1 Mar 2011

Katie Couric to launch new citywide campaign for colon cancer screenings

In honor of National Colon Cancer Awareness Month, Katie Couric, the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene, WCBS-TV and The Jay Monahan Center for Gastrointestinal Health at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital will launch the "Make That Call" for colon cancer screening campaign.

28 Feb 2011

New study: Little historical evidence justifies economic downturns linked with large cuts in health aid

The World Bank and World Health Organization have voiced fears that policymakers will break their commitments to support desperately needed global health services in low- and middle-income countries because of the ongoing global economic downturn. Yet, according to a new study from the Harvard School of Public Health, there is surprisingly little historical evidence to justify reversing these commitments.

28 Feb 2011

CTSI awards NYU one-year pilot grant to assess feasibility of hemoglobin A1C diabetes test

New York University's Clinical and Translational Science Institute has awarded an NYU nursing-dental research team a one-year pilot grant to assess the feasibility of using gingival crevicular blood from periodontal patients to gauge hemoglobin A1C -- a blood glucose measurement -- as a means of diagnosing diabetes and identifying pre-diabetes.

28 Feb 2011

Hygiene News and Research

Expert discusses certain measures that can help prevent HAI spread

Experts to discuss work directions for fight against TB at ITM conference in Antwerp

NHS staff concerns laid out in a report

Researchers find insufficient cleaning can lead to microbe spread on orthodontic retainers

National clinical DPTT to help improve diabetes control

Main Line Health implements eClinicalWorks comprehensive EHR solution

ITMNs can reduce Japanese Encephalitis transmission to humans

Swisher Hygiene announces acquisition of healthcare and hospitality division of SPS, ADCO

SCA report: 59% of women chooses wellbeing dimension as most important aspect

PositiveID reaches chemistry milestone in glucose-sensing RFID microchip development

New Sanitized MedX 200s active ingredient series to reduce risk of HAI

New colon cancer screening campaign initiative in New York City

Physician administered preventive dental program reduces tooth decay treatment among young children

Good oral health habits begin even before the first baby teeth appear

Excella achieves SafeBridge Potent Compound Safety Certification

Objet, Remedent partner to enhance 3D printing solutions for cosmetic dentistry

Researchers report 'surprisingly little' evidence that economic downturns are associated with deep development aid cuts

Katie Couric to launch new citywide campaign for colon cancer screenings

New study: Little historical evidence justifies economic downturns linked with large cuts in health aid

CTSI awards NYU one-year pilot grant to assess feasibility of hemoglobin A1C diabetes test

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Expanding research and clinical options for children with cancer

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