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AAP Issues New Guidelines on Treating Ear Infections in Children

The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) is updating its guidelines for treating acute otitis media (AOM), the type of ear infection that is one of the most common illnesses in U.S. children. The evidence-based clinical guideline, “The Diagnosis and Management of Acute ...More

February 26, 2013

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New IDSA Guidelines Aim to Reduce Death, Disability and Cost of Prosthetic Joint Infections

Of the 1 million people each year who get hips and knees replaced, as many as 20,000 will get an infection in the new joint, a number that is expected to skyrocket in the next 20 years. Multispecialty physician teams need to work together to reduce disability, death and ...More

December 7, 2012

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Researchers Propose Guidelines for Ultrasound Gel and Infections to Reduce Risk

In the December issue of Infection Control and Hospital Epidemiology, guidelines have been proposed by epidemiologists from Beaumont Health System to reduce the risk of infection from contaminated gels. The recommendations are based on the authors’ own experiences with an ...More

November 13, 2012

Posted in News, PPE & Standard Precautions

SGNA Revises Guideline for the Use of HLDs and Sterilants for Reprocessing Flexible GI Endoscopes

The Society of Gastroenterology Nurses and Associates, Inc. (SGNA) has released the Guideline for the Use of High-Level Disinfectants and Sterilants for Reprocessing of Flexible Gastrointestinal Endoscopes. Professional medical associations and regulatory agencies consider ...More

September 11, 2012

Posted in News, Disinfection & Sterilization, Policies and Practice

The Association of periOperative Registered Nurses (AORN) has posted online for public comment its "Recommended Practices for Sterile Technique.” The AORN 'Recommended Practices for Sterile Technique' provide guidance for establishing and maintaining a sterile field. ...More

September 10, 2012

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IDSA Releases Revised Guidelines for Group A Streptococcal Throat Infection

Although people often say they have “strep” throat, most sore throats actually are caused by a virus, not streptococcus bacteria, and shouldn’t be treated with antibiotics, suggest guidelines published by the Infectious Diseases Society of America (IDSA). Antibiotics are ...More

September 10, 2012

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SGNA Releases Statements on Reprocessing of Endoscopic Accessories, Valves, Water Bottles

The Society of Gastroenterology Nurses and Associates, Inc. (SGNA) has released a Statement on Reprocessing of Endoscopic Accessories and Valves. This resource will help GI/endoscopy professionals properly reprocess endoscopic accessories and valves, which is essential to ...More

September 7, 2012

Posted in News, Disinfection & Sterilization, Policies and Practice

IDSA Diabetic Foot Infection Guidelines Suggest Multidisciplinary Team Approach is Best

Diabetic foot infections are an increasingly common problem, but proper care can save limbs and, ultimately, lives, suggest new guidelines released by the Infectious Diseases Society of America (IDSA). Poor treatment of infected foot wounds in people with diabetes can lead ...More

May 29, 2012

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Expert Discusses Key Changes in Sinus Infection Guidelines in CDC Blog

Today in the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)’s Safe Healthcare Blog, Anthony Chow, MD, discusses key changes in sinus infection guidelines released by the Infectious Diseases Society of America (IDSA). The new guidelines give clinicians specific ...More

May 18, 2012

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IDSA Issues Rhinosinusitis Guidelines to Help Doctors Distinguish Between Bacterial and Viral Cause

The vast majority of sinus infections are caused by viruses and should not be treated with antibiotics, suggest new guidelines released by the Infectious Diseases Society of America (IDSA). Nearly 1 in 7 people are diagnosed with a sinus infection each year. Although sinus ...More

March 21, 2012

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