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Mathematical model describes the simultaneous transmission of SARS-CoV-2 and multidrug-resistant bacteria

Researchers developed an epidemiological model to simulate the co-circulation of SARS-CoV-2 and multidrug-resistant bacteria in healthcare facilities during the early phase of the COVID-19 pandemic.

18 Aug 2022

Study evaluates the impact of two potential solutions creating a demand for colonoscopy appointments

n England, 37 people die each day from bowel cancer, but screening using fecal blood testing followed by a colonoscopy can reduce both the incidence of this cancer and the number of resulting deaths. The NHS bowel cancer screening program invites everyone of a certain age to use a home kit that tests the amount of blood in their feces.

17 Aug 2022

LSHTM expert comment: UK's MHRA approves bivalent COVID-19 vaccine

The UK's Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) has approved a booster vaccine made by Moderna which targets two COVID-19 variants, known as a bivalent vaccine. Following clinical trial data that showed it triggers a strong immune response against both strains, the vaccine was found to meet the UK regulator's standards for safety, quality and effectiveness. Vaccine expert, Professor Beate Kampmann reacts to this announcement.

16 Aug 2022

Poliovirus detected in New York City wastewater

Researchers in New York detected the presence of the poliovirus in wastewater samples.

14 Aug 2022

Azelastine nasal spray could decrease SARS-CoV-2 load

A new study illustrated that early azelastine nasal spray therapy might lower the SARS-CoV-2 load among virus-infected patients.

11 Aug 2022

Early-life acquisition of antibiotic resistance in neonates from developing countries

Every year, almost 7 million potentially serious bacterial infections are estimated to occur in newborns, resulting in more than 550,000 annual neonatal deaths.

4 Aug 2022

TfL advertising policy restricting the advertisement of junk foods could save lives and NHS money

Junk food advertising restrictions on Transport for London (TfL) networks have prevented almost 100,000 obesity cases and is expected to save the NHS over £200 million, according to new research.

1 Aug 2022

Report highlights the vulnerability of paid migrant live-in care workers in London to modern slavery

Paid, migrant, live-in care workers in London are at greater risk of falling victim to modern slavery, according to a new report.

1 Aug 2022

Community spread of COVID-19 in New York City revealed by contact tracing

Researchers assessed the transmission of SARS-CoV-2 in New York City communities by contact tracing.

1 Aug 2022

What the polio case in New York tells us about the end of polio

No one studying polio knew more than Albert Sabin, the Polish-American scientist whose vaccine against the crippling disease has been used worldwide since 1959.

29 Jul 2022

World Hepatitis Day 2022: Why Accelerating the Fight Against Hepatitis Cannot Wait

In our latest interview, News-Medical speaks to Simon Parker, an infectious disease specialist, about hepatitis C diagnostics and testing, as well as why the global fight against hepatitis cannot wait.

28 Jul 2022

To stem the spread of monkeypox, health departments tap into networks of those most at risk

On July 23, the World Health Organization declared monkeypox a public health emergency of international concern.

27 Jul 2022

Survey: A third of Generation Z and Millennials often have a harder time falling asleep on Sunday nights

A new survey from the American Academy of Sleep Medicine found that having the "Sunday Scaries" may be a real phenomenon, not just Urban Dictionary slang – especially for younger generations.

25 Jul 2022

Dental health care workers report anxiety and depression symptoms during peaks of the pandemic

The first known U.S. study to evaluate the mental health of frontline dentists and dental hygienists during the pandemic found that dental health care workers report anxiety and depression symptoms during peaks of transmission among the public.

25 Jul 2022

Climate action could cut 6,000 heat-related child deaths a year in Africa

The annual death rate of children under five years old could double to about 38,000 by 2049 compared with the decade 2005-2014, without cuts to rising carbon emissions, a study estimates.

22 Jul 2022

Consistent bedtime routines could help prepare children for the transition to first-time schooling

The transition to kindergarten is a notable milestone for children and families, who typically prepare by gathering school supplies and meeting the teacher.

21 Jul 2022

Study reveals link between feeding of raw meat to pet dogs and presence of antibiotic-resistant bacteria

New research has revealed an association between the feeding of raw meat to pet dogs and the presence of bacteria resistant to critically important antibiotics.

21 Jul 2022

How are bacterial and fungal colonies on facemasks impacted by mask type, usage and lifestyle?

Researchers identified and quantified fungal and bacterial microbial colonies attached to face masks used in the COVID-19 pandemic, and investigated if the microbes were associated with mask type, usage and lifestyles of individuals in Japan.

20 Jul 2022

New Oxford study examines the effectiveness of pharmacological treatments for insomnia

Two drugs, eszopiclone and lemborexant - both not currently licenced for the treatment of insomnia in the UK - were shown to perform better than others, both in the acute and long-term treatment of insomnia in adults, according to a new Oxford study exploring the pharmacological management of insomnia.

19 Jul 2022

Fighting monkeypox, sexual health clinics are underfunded and ill-equipped

Clinics that treat sexually transmitted diseases — already struggling to contain an explosive increase in infections such as syphilis and gonorrhea — now find themselves on the front lines in the nation's fight to control the rapidly growing monkeypox outbreak.

19 Jul 2022

Hygiene News and Research

Mathematical model describes the simultaneous transmission of SARS-CoV-2 and multidrug-resistant bacteria

Study evaluates the impact of two potential solutions creating a demand for colonoscopy appointments

LSHTM expert comment: UK's MHRA approves bivalent COVID-19 vaccine

Poliovirus detected in New York City wastewater

Azelastine nasal spray could decrease SARS-CoV-2 load

Early-life acquisition of antibiotic resistance in neonates from developing countries

TfL advertising policy restricting the advertisement of junk foods could save lives and NHS money

Report highlights the vulnerability of paid migrant live-in care workers in London to modern slavery

Community spread of COVID-19 in New York City revealed by contact tracing

What the polio case in New York tells us about the end of polio

World Hepatitis Day 2022: Why Accelerating the Fight Against Hepatitis Cannot Wait

To stem the spread of monkeypox, health departments tap into networks of those most at risk

Survey: A third of Generation Z and Millennials often have a harder time falling asleep on Sunday nights

Dental health care workers report anxiety and depression symptoms during peaks of the pandemic

Climate action could cut 6,000 heat-related child deaths a year in Africa

Consistent bedtime routines could help prepare children for the transition to first-time schooling

Study reveals link between feeding of raw meat to pet dogs and presence of antibiotic-resistant bacteria

How are bacterial and fungal colonies on facemasks impacted by mask type, usage and lifestyle?

New Oxford study examines the effectiveness of pharmacological treatments for insomnia

Fighting monkeypox, sexual health clinics are underfunded and ill-equipped

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