Monthly Archives: October 2023

Enhanced IPC measures at cancer center linked to reduced infections during COVID

dimarik / iStock Robust infection prevention and control (IPC) measures at a comprehensive cancer center during the COVID-19 pandemic were associated with significant decreases in healthcare-associated infections (HAIs), researchers reported today in the American Journal of Infection Control. To evaluate the impact of IPC practices at the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center during […]

Quick takes: Novavax COVID vaccine effectiveness, COVID booster uptake, avian flu in two states

dimarik / iStock Robust infection prevention and control (IPC) measures at a comprehensive cancer center during the COVID-19 pandemic were associated with significant decreases in healthcare-associated infections (HAIs), researchers reported today in the American Journal of Infection Control. To evaluate the impact of IPC practices at the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center during […]

25th annual UK Cardiovascular Research Day to celebrate excellence, innovation in heart health

LEXINGTON, Ky. (Oct. 5, 2023) — The University of Kentucky is celebrating 25 years of excellence and innovation in cardiovascular clinical care, research and education with its annual Cardiovascular Research Day. The event will be held on Oct. 20 from 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the Central Bank Center. Registration is open online through Oct. […]

‘Our work is far from done’: New HIV cases in Hamilton County are down 50% since 2018

HAMILTON COUNTY, Ohio — New HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) cases in Hamilton County are down more than 50% since 2018, according to Hamilton County Public Health. The county credits a portion of its success to a comprehensive federally-funded program called “Ending the HIV Epidemic.” Hamilton County was one of only 48 counties selected across the […]

‘Treat flu like Covid’: Experts want new strategy for pandemic’s next phase

New Zealand has been lauded for its fight against Covid – but Kiwis are still dying. Photo / WHO New Zealand should treat other serious respiratory infections like Covid-19, says a group of leading scientists and doctors calling for a comprehensive new strategy for the pandemic’s next phase. Nearly a year on from the country’s […]

Red Cross encouraging blood donation amidst national shortage

BUFFALO — The American Red Cross continues to experience a national blood and platelet shortage and asks the public to book a time to give as soon as possible. Donors of all blood types are urgently needed, especially type O blood donors and those giving platelets. The Red Cross experienced a significant blood and platelet […]