Dr. Michael Trimble, in collaboration with several other scientists, is spearheading a breakthrough research project focused on whole-genome sequencing. This project, launched by Fraser Health and Simon Fraser University (SFU), is poised to transform the way researchers and healthcare professionals combat superbugs - microscopic organisms resistant to most medications, rendering them particularly challenging to manage.…
Despite being one of the smallest pathogens in the veterinarian world, Salmonella continues to have a significant impact on animal health, food safety and is a leading cause of temporary shutdown of large animal veterinary hospitals due to outbreaks. Researchers at Texas A&M University’s College of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences (VMBS) are pioneering advanced…
This article captures the vital journey of Brenna Doran and Jessica Swain, two IPC (Infection Prevention and Control) leaders, as they unravel the intricacies of IP staffing in our contemporary healthcare landscape. This comprehensive series depicts the various stages involved in their research, beginning with the advent of an initial idea that transformed into a…
The healthcare landscape is rapidly shifting with the expanding demand for antiviral and antimicrobial technologies in fields such as healthcare, construction, packaging, and consumer products. Advances in such areas are paramount for the improvement of hygiene and control of disease spread. From smart textiles to protective coatings and hygienic surfaces, these innovations are transforming the…
A novel healthcare role that marries the responsibilities of a clinician and a researcher is gaining prominence in the United States—a clinically based nurse scientist. This role embodies nurses who have successfully pursued PhD degrees to conduct research and often make major contributions to academic fields. Distinct from research nurses, who are usually registered nurses…
Maternal and neonatal infections are critical public health issues, with a pronounced impact in developing nations such as Benin. A retrospective investigation conducted in 2022 tracked these infections' frequency and determining factors, using relevant data from six key hospitals in the country.
The study scrutinized 123 neonatal cases with infection suspicion, evaluating birth weight, breastfeeding behavior,…
In a significant stride forward in the realm of infection prevention, researchers from West Virginia University (WVU) based in Morgantown are leveraging the power of nanotechnology. Their objective is to reduce infection rates associated with open bone fractures, according to a feature announced by the university on November 11. This highly anticipated research topic holds…
Research around Carbapenem-resistant Enterobacterales (CRE) colonization's role in subsequent systemic infection reveals important insight into the dilemmas facing infection prevention professionals. Accorded predominantly to the bacteria's colonization, systemic CRE infections betray conventional understanding, necessitating a careful re-examination of decolonization regimens in clinical practice. However, such insights also expose the cracks in existing knowledge, particularly around…
New research efforts led by Emily Hadley from RTI International suggest a stronger incidence of Long COVID following initial COVID-19 infections, compared to reinfections. The research team found substantial evidence that the severity of reinfections is closely tied to the severity of initial infections - a reality when dealing with 3 million studied patients. These…
A research commissioned by the United States government undertook an assessment of the effectiveness of Group B Streptococcal (GBS) screening tests in Japan. These assessments primarily scrutinized the reliability of available enrichment broth media in the nation, aimed at preventing neonatal and infant GBS infections. Regular maternal screenings and the due administration of prophylactic antibiotics…