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Flu Vaccine Cuts Mortality in Rheumatoid Arthritis Patients
by modernClinician Editorial Team
Patients with rheumatoid arthritis, particularly elderly patients, who receive the influenza vaccine have significantly lower morbidity and mortality, according to a study published in the June issue of the International Journal of Rheumatic Diseases.
Infection Prevention Staffing Needs May Be Underestimated
by modernClinician Editorial Team
A comprehensive assessment of health care organization composition and structure is necessary before determining infection preventionist staffing needs, according to a study published recently in the American Journal of Infection Control.
June 2018 Briefing – Infectious Disease
by modernClinician Editorial Team
Here are what the editors at HealthDay consider to be the most important developments in Infectious Disease for June 2018. This roundup includes the latest research news from journal articles, […]
Penicillin Allergy Linked to MRSA, C. Difficile Risk
by modernClinician Editorial Team
There is a correlation for documented penicillin allergy with increased risk of methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus and Clostridium difficile, which is mediated by increased use of β-lactam alternative antibiotics, according to a study published online June 27 in the BMJ.
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