An Epidemic of Epidemics
In this concise review, John Bartlett reminds us of how easily epidemics can, and do, flourish in the United States.
Category : Infectious Diseases : Health & Medical
IDWeek 2014: A Preview for Clinicians
Viral diseases, antimicrobial resistance, C difficile, new diagnostics, and HCV -- Paul G. Auwaerter, MD, offers his preview of what to watch for from IDWeek 2014.
Invasive Group A Streptococcal Infections, Israel
The results highlighted concentrated pockets of invasive disease in the Jewish orthodox community.
Expanding HPV Vaccination to Include School-aged Boys
Most developed countries have now implemented vaccination against HPV infection for school-aged girls. Should school-aged boys be included as well?
Systemic Yeast Symptoms
Systemic yeast (candida albicans) is a fungal organism that is present in everyone's intestinal tract and is normally kept under control by the immune system. When healthy bacteria is killed, it makes the body a prolific environment for yeast to grow and thrive, making a person "sick all over."
Use of EMR Data to Identify Skin and Soft Tissue Infections
Can the use of electronic medical record data help in the identification of skin and soft tissue infection? How accurate is this diagnostic method?
Thrush Mouth Symptoms
Thrush is an infection of the mouth that is caused by the candida fungus. Candida is most often referred to as yeast infection.
Routine Dental Prophylaxis for Patients With Prosthetic Joints?
Contrary to common belief, new data do not support antibiotic prophylaxis prior to dental procedures to prevent prosthetic hip or knee infection. Don't miss video commentary by Dr. Paul G. Auwaerter.
Candida Intertrigo Treatment
Candida intertrigo is a fungus-related health issue that can cause raw, red, oozing areas on the skin. This especially happens in areas under overlapping pieces of skin where moisture and bacteria can build up. The hardest-hit areas are the genitals, buttocks and inner thighs and under the breasts.
How to Tell When Yeast Infections Are Gone
Vaginal yeast infections, also known as vulvovaginal candidiasis, are a common occurrence that happens when too many yeast cells grow in the vagina. Yeast is a fungus that is present on human skin in moist areas such as the mouth and vagina. Although they can be quite bothersome, yeast infections ar
Dismal Rates of HPV Vaccination in Boys
How many teen boys have been immunized against HPV? Paul A. Offit, MD, says we 'need to get on the ball' in the United States. We have a long way to go.
Nonpharmaceutical Interventions for Pandemic Influenza
In part 1 of a 2-part series, the WHO states that the principal focus of interventions against pandemic influenza spread should be at national and community levels rather than international borders.
Antifungal Treatment for Ornamental Apple Trees
Ornamental apple trees, often called crabapples because of their small, sour fruit, get many of the same diseases that orchard trees develop. Though you may not be concerned with the quality of the fruit, fungal diseases can attack the leaves and even distort the flowers. Because treatments for fung
Successful Control of a MRSA Outbreak in a NICU
This study illustrates a management strategy to control an outbreak of MRSA infections in the NICU.
Candida Treatment in Pregnancy
Candida albicans is a fungi that can cause yeast infections, a common vaginal infection in women. According to BabyCenter.com, researchers believe that increased estrogen can lead to higher instances of yeast infection among pregnant women. Yeast infections do not pose a serious threat to your unbor
Signs & Symptoms of Thrush Disease
Thrush is a yeast infection of the mouth. It can affect the tongue, lips, roof of the mouth, lining of the cheeks and even the throat. This infection occurs when the yeast Candida, which is normally found on the body, is over-produced. This typically occurs when the immune system is...
Lyme Disease, Virginia, USA, 2000-2011
Lyme disease is increasing in incidence and expanding geographically.
Does Nonpayment Influence Infection Rates?
Three recent studies assessed whether Medicare nonpayment policies had any effect on healthcare-associated infection rates.
Disseminated Neonatal Herpes Caused by Herpes Simplex Virus Types 1 and 2
The authors state that this might be the first PCR-confirmed case of disseminated neonatal herpes caused by concomitant infection with HSV-1 and HSV-2.
Emergence of Usutu virus
This virus may have considerable effects on avian populations, but its disease potential in humans is unknown.