The University of Maryland Baltimore Washington Medical Center (UM BWMC), an integral part of the University of Maryland Medical System (UMMS), has announced the appointment of Dr. Jeffrey Marshall, MD, MPH, to the positions of Vice President and Associate Chief Medical Officer. Dr. Marshall will be responsible for a broad spectrum of areas across the…
New research indicates that an artificial intelligence (AI)-driven infection prevention tool did not significantly reduce cases of Clostridioides difficile (C. difficile) infection in a hospital setting. Nevertheless, its application did result in the reduced use of antimicrobials that contribute to the risk of infection. These insights were part of a study conducted by Jenna Wiens,…
A recent study published in the Journal of the American Heart Association reveals a concerning uptick in the incidence of infective endocarditis (IE) among Japan's older population. Moreover, this increase corresponds with a surge in the in-hospital mortality rate. The study primarily aimed to assess the temporal shifts in clinical characteristics associated with IE and…
According to a novel research piece recently published in the American Journal of Infection Control (AJIC), the use of a simple colour additive in disinfectant wipes significantly enchanced room sanitation while diminishing time required for cleaning in hospitals. The study was conducted at Griffin Hospital in Derby, Connecticut and the results unveiled a significant improvement…