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Preventing SSIs and HAIs in a post-COVID landscape

Aug. 25, 2023
Industry leaders address challenges that remain
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HHS Announces Actions to Increase Supply of Mpox Vaccine

Sept. 26, 2024
The U.S. government has committed to making over a million combined doses of mpox vaccines available to serve the global mpox response.
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Infection Preventionist Stresses Importance of Bed and Mattress Maintenance

Sept. 24, 2024
Isis Lamphier, MPH, CIC, manager, Infection Prevention, Moffitt Cancer Center gives a Q&A style update on the current state of bed and mattress maintenance
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FluMist Now Approved for Self- or Caregiver-Administration by FDA

Sept. 20, 2024
FDA approves FluMist for self- or caregiver-administration to prevent influenza in individuals 2-49 years of age. It is the first vaccine that does not need to be administered...
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New Survey Reveals Vaccine Hesitancy Ahead of Flu Season

Sept. 20, 2024
A nationwide survey by The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center uncovers hesitancy toward flu and COVID-19 vaccines, with 37% not planning to get vaccinated this year.
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WHO to Speak on Antimicrobial Resistance at United Nations General Assembly

Sept. 19, 2024
WHO representatives will also convey the importance of investing in global health to achieve positive outcomes for all.