Feline Calicivirus
Feline Calicivirus (FCV) is a highly contagious virus that causes respiratory infection and oral disease in cats. It spreads easily in multi-cat environments like shelters and breeding colonies. Learn more about its causes, transmission, and prevention.
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Infection Control, Sterilization & Decontamination Event |21st - 22nd March 2024
MarketsandMarkets is pleased to announce its 8th Annual Infection Control, Sterilisation, and Decontamination in Healthcare Conference, which will take place March 21\u201322, 2024, in London, UK. \n\nEnquire Now @ https:\/\/events.marketsandmarkets.com\/infection-control-sterilization-and-decontami
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Infection Control, Sterilization & Decontamination Conference-MarketsandMarkets
MarketsandMarkets is pleased to announce its 8th Annual Infection Control, Sterilisation, and Decontamination in Healthcare Conference, which will take place March 21\u201322, 2024, in London, UK. \n\nEnquire Now @ https:\/\/events.marketsandmarkets.com\/infection-control-sterilization-and-decontami
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Healthcare-Associated Infections Prevention Program: Best Practices
This program by the California Department of Public Health focuses on infection prevention practices during resident positioning and transferring in healthcare settings. It addresses implicit bias, hand hygiene, proper positioning importance, prevention of pressure injuries, and strategies to avoid
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Understanding Infection Prevention & Control Measures
Infection prevention and control measures are essential in healthcare settings and beyond to prevent the transmission of infectious diseases. This article covers the basics of infection prevention, routine practices, additional precautions, and resources for further education on the topic.
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Understanding Infection: Causes, Signs, and Nursing Management
Learn about the definition of infection, common causes, general and specific signs and symptoms, nursing assessment for foot ulcers and pressure injuries, as well as nursing interventions for infection prevention and management. Dive into the stages of infection, general and specific signs and sympt
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Understanding Contagious Caprine Pleuropneumonia in Goats
Contagious Caprine Pleuropneumonia is a severe and frequently fatal respiratory disease affecting goats in India. Caused by Mycoplasma capricolum subsp. Capripneumoniae, it is not transmissible to cattle or sheep. The disease spreads through close contact and inhalation of respiratory droplets, with
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What Are Shingles What Are The Signs & Causes of it
\"Shingles Infection is caused by the varicella-zoster virus. To reduce the risk of this infection, you need to get vaccinated Understanding these causes can help in managing and potentially preventing shingles outbreaks Shingles Infection is caused
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Foot and Mouth Disease: Overview, Symptoms, and Sequelae
Foot and Mouth Disease, also known as Aphthous fever, is a highly contagious viral infection affecting cloven-hoofed animals. It is characterized by the formation of vesicles and erosions in the mouth, nose, teats, and feet. The disease can cause a fall in milk yield, high fever, loss of appetite, a
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Understanding Glanders: A Contagious Bacterial Disease in Animals
Glanders is a contagious bacterial disease primarily affecting equidae but can also infect other animals, including humans. Caused by Burkholderia mallei, it has a historical occurrence and poses risks globally due to its transmission potential. The etiology, survival characteristics, host range, an
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Understanding Canine Viral Infection: A Comprehensive Overview
Canine Viral Infection, caused by canine parvovirus-2, is a highly contagious disease affecting dogs, especially puppies. The infection spreads through fecal-oral route and can lead to severe clinical signs like vomiting, diarrhea, and dehydration. The virus replicates in lymphoid tissues, affecting
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Overview of Ancylostoma duodenale (Hookworm) Infection
Ancylostoma duodenale, a parasitic worm causing Ancylostomiasis, is discussed in this lecture. The infection's distribution, morphology, life cycle, and pathology are detailed, emphasizing the impact on humans. The lifecycle stages, including egg production, larval development, and entry into the hu
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Understanding Strangles in Horses: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment
Strangles is a contagious upper respiratory tract infection in horses caused by Streptococcus equi var equi. It is characterized by inflammation, swelling, and lymph node abscesses. Transmission occurs through direct or indirect contact, leading to symptoms like depression, fever, nasal discharge, a
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Understanding Paratuberculosis (Johne's Disease) in Animals
Contagious and fatal, Paratuberculosis, or Johne's Disease, affects the small intestine of ruminants due to Mycobacterium avium subspecies paratuberculosis. It spreads through fecal-oral route, affecting animals' immunity, causing weight loss, decreased milk production, and diarrhea. The infection l
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Comprehensive Guide to Infection Prevention and Control in Healthcare Facilities
This comprehensive guide outlines the objectives, structure, responsibilities, common sources of infection, and principles of infection prevention and control in healthcare facilities. The program aims to minimize the risk of healthcare-associated infections, enhance healthcare worker adherence to I
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Kennel Cough: Contagious Canine Respiratory Disease Overview
Kennel Cough, known as Canine Infectious Tracheobronchitis, is a highly contagious respiratory disease affecting dogs, characterized by acute tracheobronchitis and a paroxysmal cough lasting several days. It is caused by various infectious agents, including Canine Parainfluenza Virus and Bordetella
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Feline Nematode Infection in Annual Health Visit
Millie, a 4-year-old domestic shorthair cat, was found to have Toxocara cati infection during her routine annual health visit. She was asymptomatic, and the infection was detected through a fecal exam. The treatment plan includes using an FDA-approved drug and recommending a monthly parasite prevent
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Overview of Mycoplasma Species and Contagious Bovine Pleuropneumonia
The Mycoplasma genus, including Acholeplasma and Ureaplasma, consists of Gram-negative bacteria with unique characteristics such as lacking cell walls. Mycoplasma species are responsible for causing various diseases in livestock, including bovine and caprine pleuropneumonia. Contagious Bovine Pleuro
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Common Infective Diseases in Cattle and Their Implications
Infective diseases such as blackquarter, brucellosis, and foot and mouth disease pose significant threats to cattle health and food safety. Blackquarter is a fatal disease caused by Clostridium chauvaei, while brucellosis leads to contagious abortion in cattle. Foot and mouth disease is highly conta
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Infection Control and Hand Hygiene Guidelines in Healthcare Settings
Learn about Standard Precautions focusing on hand hygiene to prevent the spread of communicable diseases like Norovirus, MRSA, Influenza, E. coli, and C. difficile. Understand the importance of proper hand hygiene practices in healthcare facilities, such as washing hands with soap and water, using h
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Comprehensive Guide to Hand Hygiene in Infection Control
Hand hygiene is crucial in infection control, encompassing various methods like routine hand washing, antiseptic hand wash, and surgical hand antisepsis. Different types of hand hygiene include routine, antiseptic, and surgical antisepsis for removing or destroying bacterial infection. Indications f
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Understanding Standardized Infection Ratio (SIR) in Healthcare-Associated Infections
The Standardized Infection Ratio (SIR) is a key measure used to monitor healthcare-associated infections (HAIs) at different levels. It compares observed HAIs with predicted values based on specific risk factors. An SIR > 1 indicates more infections than predicted, an SIR = 1 means observed equals p
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Understanding Standardized Infection Ratio (SIR) in Healthcare
The Standardized Infection Ratio (SIR) is a crucial metric used to monitor Healthcare-Associated Infections (HAIs) at various levels. It allows for improved risk adjustment and comparison by providing a single summary number. Standardization methods like direct and indirect standardization help in a
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Management of C. difficile Infection Testing and Treatment Protocol
Stony Brook has implemented a two-step testing algorithm for C. difficile infection using PCR and EIA tests to differentiate between active infection and asymptomatic carriage. Positive PCR results are further tested with EIA. The protocol includes criteria for CDI testing, specimen collection guide
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Understanding Mechanisms of Viral Infection and Spread
Viral infection involves a replicative cycle within the host, leading to a range of cellular responses from no apparent effect to disease. Factors such as virulence genes, host characteristics, and viral genome influence the pathogenicity and virulence of a virus. The process includes entry into the
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Understanding the Epidemic of C. Difficile Infection: Insights and Implications
C. Difficile infection is a growing concern, with a significant impact on public health in the United States. High rates of infection and mortality, particularly among the elderly, highlight the urgent need for effective prevention and management strategies. The burden of C. Difficile infection exte
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Understanding Ringworm: Symptoms, Treatment, and Prevention
Ringworm, a common fungal infection, manifests as small, reddish, itchy patches that form ring-shaped lesions on the skin. It is contagious and can recur over many years if left untreated. Effective treatment involves anti-fungal topical creams or oral prescriptions in severe cases. Exclusion from s
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Understanding Foot-and-Mouth Disease (FMD) and Bovine Viral Diarrhea (BVD)
Foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) is a highly contagious animal disease affecting cloven-hoofed animals, while Bovine Viral Diarrhea (BVD) is a serious cattle disease caused by the BVD virus. FMD is not transmissible to humans and is caused by different strains of Aphthovirus. Symptoms of FMD include ves
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Infection Guidelines for Data Entry Scenarios
Guidelines for entering different infection scenarios into a database, including pre-implant infections, colonization cases, and handling multiple organisms in cultures. Clear instructions on what constitutes a major infection adverse event and how to accurately document various infection situations
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Understanding Avian Influenza: Symptoms, Transmission, and Prevention
Avian influenza, commonly known as bird flu, is a contagious disease caused by flu viruses that primarily affect birds but can also spread to humans. Learn about the symptoms in humans, how the virus spreads, and preventive measures to stay safe. Stay informed and take necessary precautions to reduc
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Developing a Surgical Site Infection Bundle for Improved Patient Outcomes
Developing a comprehensive Surgical Site Infection (SSI) bundle to reduce infection rates, including interventions like preoperative chlorhexidine baths, standardized antibiotic protocols, and targeted prophylactic measures. By implementing these strategies, the aim is to lower infection rates below
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Trends in Parasitic Copepod Infection Among Juvenile Salmonids in WVP Reservoirs Study
Study conducted by the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife researchers to investigate trends in parasitic copepod infection among juvenile salmonids in WVP reservoirs. The study focuses on the prevalence and intensity of infection on the gills, comparing infection levels between stream-rearing an
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Understanding Equine Influenza: An Overview of Respiratory Tract Infections in Horses
Equine influenza is a contagious upper respiratory infection in horses caused by influenza viruses. This article covers the anatomy of the equine respiratory tract, signs, diagnosis, treatment, prevention, and prognosis of equine influenza. It also discusses the histological structure of the respira
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Analysis of Contagious Sets in Random Graphs
The research delves into the concept of contagious sets in random graphs, focusing on bootstrap percolation, random activation, historical perspectives, recent developments, and NP-hard problems. It explores factors like the size of contagious sets, speed of activation, and open problems in the fiel
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Understanding Measles Virus: A Comprehensive Seminar Presentation
The measles virus, also known as rubeola or morbilli virus, is a highly contagious infection that primarily affects the respiratory system. This presentation delves into the classification, characteristics, and pathogenesis of the virus, shedding light on its structure, transmission, and impact on p
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Comprehensive Guide to Infection Prevention and Control
Understanding the essentials of infection prevention and control is crucial in healthcare settings. This guide covers key topics such as basic principles, standard precautions, specific infections, surveillance, and prevention methods. It explores the chain of infection, factors making individuals s
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Guidelines for Suspecting and Managing 2019-nCoV (COVID-19) Infection
Guidelines provided by the Ministry of Public Health in Lebanon highlight the criteria for suspecting a 2019-nCoV (COVID-19) infection, including illness onset and exposure factors. It outlines symptoms to look for, such as fever and respiratory issues, as well as exposure scenarios like travel to C
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Importance of Infection Prevention and Control in Healthcare
Infection Prevention and Control is crucial to safeguarding against the spread of harmful microorganisms in healthcare settings. This comprehensive guide covers the definition of infections, types of microorganisms, modes of transmission, the immune system's role, factors predisposing to infections,
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Environmental Issues in Infection Prevention: Addressing Challenges and Best Practices
Addressing environmental issues in infection prevention is crucial for maintaining a safe healthcare facility. The challenges include room cleaning during hospitalization, disinfection post-discharge/transfer, time constraints, cost containment, ongoing education, competency assessment, and outcome
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Understanding Chicken Pox: A Seminar on the Medical Importance of Viruses
Chicken pox, caused by the Varicella-zoster virus, is a contagious infection primarily affecting children. This seminar presentation delves into the classification, route of infection, symptoms, and treatment of this viral disease common in Africa. The Varicella-zoster virus, a member of the herpes
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