FDA: Tattoo Inks Recalled Due to Bacterial Contamination
Six tattoo inks have been recalled because they are contaminated with bacteria and could lead to infection that poses a serious health risk.
General Infectious Diseases
Hospital-Treated Infections Linked to Risk for Adolescent Eating Disorders
Infections that require hospitalization and treatment with anti-infective agents in childhood are associated with an increased risk for eating disorders in adolescent girls.
Cruise Ship Passengers, Crew Still Under Quarantine for Suspected Measles
Hundreds of passengers and crew members of a Church of Scientology cruise ship remain under quarantine in its home port of Curacao while awaiting measles test results.
Rituximab-Related Serious Infections Unlikely in Multiple Sclerosis
Serious infections related to treatment with rituximab in patients with multiple sclerosis are rare and successfully resolvable.
Intersection of ID & OUD Epidemic: What ID Clinicians Should Know
The epidemic of opioid use disorder has led to substantial increases in new cases of HCV and HIV infection, as well as hospitalizations for other OUD-related infections.
Injection Timing Tied to Risk for Infection in Rotator Cuff Repair
Corticosteroid injection in the month prior to surgery linked to increased risk for surgical site infection
Infections May Increase Risk for Developing Sjögren Syndrome
Lung, skin, urogenital infections tied to increased risk for developing primary Sjögren syndrome
Early-Life Stress Linked to Cytomegalovirus Infection in Patients With Major Depressive Disorder
Individuals with major depressive disorder who experienced childhood trauma were more likely to test positive for cytomegalovirus.
Similar Clinical Presentations Found in Prosthetic Joint Infection, CPPD After Joint Implantation
Researchers conducted a case series to examine the demographics, presentation, management, and outcomes in patients with post-implant calcium pyrophosphate deposition disease.
Risk Factors ID’d for Site Infection After Orthopedic Surgery in Seniors
Five risk factors are independently associated with surgical site infection among geriatric patients undergoing elective orthopedic surgery.
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