UTI Prevention Strategies Lacking in Nursing Homes
UTIs more often linked to causes other than catheter use; many facilities lack preventive measures
ERs May Be Overprescribing Antibiotics for Possible STIs
Three in four tests for gonorrhea, chlamydia came back negative
USPSTF Recommends Screening for Syphilis Infection
Grade A recommendation for screening in non-pregnant persons at increased risk of infection
Post-CABG Infection Risk Up Significantly for Severely Obese
Excess weight also linked to extended hospital stays, researchers find
Zika Virus May Be Transmitted Through Oral Sex
New finding adds to growing evidence that sexual transmission of the virus more common than thought
Triclosan Exposure Affects Microbiome Structure, Diversity
Findings in adult zebrafish, with rapid shifts in structure and diversity with exposure
Patients Like to See Physicians Wearing White Coats
Patients prefer doctors who wear 'professional' attire, survey finds
New Program May Help Cut UTIs Associated With Catheter Use
Researchers find new training method led to fewer urinary tract infections
AMA Module Promotes Training of Medical Assistants
Module contributed by medical group in New Jersey includes interactive learning, eliminates testing
Chemical Reactions Can Create Health Hazards in Pools, Hot Tubs
When disinfectants combine with sweat, personal care products, urine, dangerous byproducts can form
