Usefulness of Previous Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus Screening Results in Guiding Empirical Therapy for S Aureus Bacteremia by Anthony D Bai, Lisa Burry, Adrienne Showler, Marilyn Steinberg, Daniel Ricciuto, Tania Fernandes, Anna Chiu, Sumit Raybardhan, George A Tomlinson, Chaim M Bell, Andrew M Morris

“…Methicillin-resistant S aureus (MRSA) screening is performed on hospitalized patients for infection control purposes.…”
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The Management of Infection and Colonization due to Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus aureus: A CIDS/CAMM Position Paper by Andrew E Simor, Mark Loeb, the CIDS/CAMM Guidelines Committee

“…This paper reviews the medical management of MRSA infections, discusses the potential role of decolonization and provides an overview of evidence to support recommended infection control practices.…”
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Research progress on hand hygiene of nursing students (护理实习生手卫生研究进展) by PENG Ling (彭琳), LEI Sai (雷赛), YANG Weiwei (杨微微), YU Lili (余丽丽)

“…Hand hygiene is now regarded as one of the most important element of infection control activities in hospital. This paper reviewed the importance, current status and hospital management strategies on hand hygiene of nursing students, in order to provide a reference of hand hygiene management in healthcare settings. …”
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Assessing favipiravir impact on SARS-CoV-2 transmission within households: Insights from a multi-center study (FaviPrev) by Taweegrit Siripongboonsitti, Marisa Muadchimkaew, Kriangkrai Tawinprai, Ornisa Issaranon, Wichuda Meepholkij, Pureepat Arttawejkul, Apiradee Vararungzarit, Onwalee Dhissayakamol, Wilaiporn Preeyachit, Kamonwan Soonklang, Nithi Mahanonda

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A Metapopulation Model Of Granuloma Formation In The Lung During Infection With Mycobacterium Tuberculosis by Suman Ganguli, David Gammack, Denise E. Kirschner

“…We identify both host and pathogen factors that contribute to successful infection control. Additionally, we identify specific spatial interactions and mechanisms important for successful granuloma formation. …”
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Pandemic potential of the Nipah virus and public health strategies adopted during outbreaks: Lessons from Kerala, India. by Thekkumkara Surendran Anish, Reghukumar Aravind, Chandni Radhakrishnan, Nivedita Gupta, Pragya D Yadav, Jerin Jose Cherian, Rima Sahay, Shubin Chenayil, Anoop Kumar A S, Anitha Puduvail Moorkoth, Ashadevi, Velichapat Ramakrishnan Lathika, Shamsudeen Moideen, Sekhar Lukose Kuriakose, Kalathil Joseph Reena, Thomas Mathew

“…This review highlights the relevance of surveillance and health system preparedness, infection control, early diagnosis and treatment with broad-spectrum antivirals, environmental conservation, and community engagement in mitigating Nipah outbreaks. …”
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Genetic Detection of Quinolone Resistance in Haemophilus parainfluenzae: Mutations in the Quinolone Resistance-Determining Regions of gyrA and parC by Dennis KS Law, Michelle Shuel, Sadjia Bekal, Elizabeth Bryce, Raymond SW Tsang

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Quality improvement initiative ‘S-A-F-H’ to reduce healthcare-associated neonatal sepsis in a tertiary neonatal care unit by Pradeep Suryawanshi, Suprabha K Patnaik, Nandini Malshe, Aditya Kallimath, Pari Singh, Reema Gareghat, Vinaya Nimbre, Kalyani Ranbishe, Archana Gautam Kamble, Vishwas Ambekar

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Understanding gender inequities in antimicrobial resistance: role of biology, behaviour and gender norms by Esmita Charani, Srishti Goel, Deepshikha Batheja

“…Key drivers of bacterial AMR include the misuse of antibiotics, inadequate water, sanitation and hygiene infrastructure and poor infection control practices. Persistent gender discrimination exacerbates these issues, resulting in disparities in healthcare access and outcomes. …”
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Guidance for the clinical management of infants born to mothers with suspected/confirmed COVID-19 in Singapore by Kee Thai Yeo, Agnihotri Biswas, Selina Kah Ying Ho, Juin Yee Kong, Srabani Bharadwaj, Amutha Chinnadurai, Wai Yan Yip, Nurli Fadhillah Ab Latiff, Bin Huey Quek, Cheo Lian Yeo, Yvonne Peng Mei Ng, Kenny Teong Tai Ee, Mei Chien Chua, Woei Bing Poon, Zubair Amin

“…We reviewed available literature and international guidelines based on the following themes: delivery room management; infection control and prevention strategies; neonatal severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 testing; breastfeeding and breastmilk feeding; rooming-in of mother-infant; respiratory support precautions; visiting procedures; de-isolation and discharge of infant; outpatient clinic attendance; transport of infant; and training of healthcare staff. …”
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Solvent-Free Ring Cleavage Hydrazinolysis of Certain Biginelli Pyrimidines by Mohamed A. Said, Wagdy M. Eldehna, Hazem A. Ghabbour, Maha M. Kabil, Nasser S. Al-shakliah, Hatem A. Abdel-Aziz

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Mathematical and statistical approaches in epidemiological investigation of hospital infection: A case study of the 2015 Middle East Respiratory Syndrome outbreak in Korea. by Youngsuk Ko, Eunok Jung

“…Through scenario-based analysis, we explored transmission dynamics, including the role of superspreaders, and investigated how mask-wearing impacted infection control within the hospital. Our findings indicated that the superspreader during the MERS outbreak had approximately 25 times higher transmissibility compared to other patients. …”
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A Mathematical Model of Treatment and Vaccination Interventions of Pneumococcal Pneumonia Infection Dynamics by Mohammed Kizito, Julius Tumwiine

“…The impact of pneumonia infection control strategies is investigated. It is revealed that, with treatment and vaccination interventions combined, pneumonia can be wiped out. …”
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KNOWLEDGE, AWARENESS, AND PROTECTIVE PRACTICES OFHEPATITIS B VIRUS AND INFECTION CONTROLMEASURES AMONGST DENTAL STUDENTS by Aneeqa Shahab, Aisha Wali, Naseem Ahmed Khan, Batool Fatima, Sidra Siddiqui

“… Objectives: The purpose of this study was to assess the knowledge, attitudes, and level of practice regarding infection control amongst dental students. Methodology: A descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted among dental students of Baqai Dental College Karachi from 1st September to 20th February 2019. …”
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Fortifying defenses: Tactical safety protocols for COVID-19 sub-variant JN.1 in healthcare and laboratory settings by Shazima Sheereen, Mohnish Z. Manva, Shamama Sheereen

“…Conclusion: To protect the health and well-being of primary care physicians, who play a critical role in addressing the challenges, it is essential to strictly adhere to infection control measures.…”
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Genomic detection of Panton-Valentine Leucocidins encoding genes, virulence factors and distribution of antiseptic resistance determinants among Methicillin-resistant S. aureus iso... by Masoud A. Juma, Tolbert Sonda, Boaz Wadugu, Davis Kuchaka, Mariana Shayo, Petro Paulo, Patrick Kimu, Livin E. Kanje, Melkiory Beti, Marco Van Zwetselaar, Blandina Mmbaga, Happiness Kumburu

“…Of concern, is a recently recognized ability to resist antiseptic/disinfectant agents used as an essential part of treatment and infection control practices. This study aimed at detecting the presence of pvl genes and determining the distribution of antiseptic resistance genes in Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus isolates through whole genome sequencing technology. …”
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An opportunistic observational study of hospital switchboard hold messages, hold music and time spent waiting by Jordan P. Skittrall, Mary D. Fortune

“…Recorded messages commonly covered infection control precautions for visitors, visiting rules, and guidance regarding calling for medical advice. …”
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Clusters of Healthcare-Associated Legionnaires’ Disease in Two Hospitals of Central Greece by Maria A. Kyritsi, Varvara A. Mouchtouri, Anna Katsiafliaka, Foteini Kolokythopoulou, Elias Plakokefalos, Vasileios Nakoulas, George Rachiotis, Christos Hadjichristodoulou

“…Based on the results of the investigation, the hospitals’ infection control committees reviewed their policies for Legionnaires’ disease prevention and implemented control measures focusing on using sterile fluids for aerosol treatments.…”
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Prevalence of Helminthic Infections in the Gastrointestinal Tract of Cattle in Mazandaran Province (Northern Iran) by Nasrollah Vahedi Nouri, Reza Rahmatian, Alireza Salehi

“…In conclusion, the lack of proper implementation of helminthic infection control programs as well as antiparasitic drug resistance in this area can be a key element for the high prevalence of livestock helminthic infection in these areas.…”
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Corrigendum to “Inguinal Herniation of the Urinary Bladder Presenting as Recurrent Urinary Retention” by Amit Frenkel, Aviel Roy-Shapira, Ilan Shelef, Gadi Shaked, Evgeni Brotfain, Leonid Koyfman, Abraham Borer, Moti Klein

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