New measures to minimize antimicrobial resistanceHealth Canada announced last week plans to implement better controls over antibiotic use in food-producing animals. Antibiotic prophylaxis for urologic proceduresNew Canadian guidelines clarify when prophylaxis is needed for specific urologic procedures. Health Canada maintains fecal therapy should be restricted to trials Cites possible risk of infection as cause for concern Revised Canadian clinical practice guideline on vulvovaginitis management Provides recommendations for managing vulvovaginal candidiasis, trichomoniasis and bacterial vaginosis. Updated guidance on preventing and managing neonatal ophthalmia Healthcare professionals should advocate for rescinding mandatory ocular prophylaxis laws. Infection control: There’s an app for that Pharmacist's team at British hospital wins $104,000 prize for bedside application that has significantly reduced high-risk, broad-spectrum antibiotic prescribing. Updated Canadian guidelines for antiviral drug use in influenza Provide guidance on use of antivirals in acute care and long-term care settings. Infectious diseases and antibiotic use: five things we should question Infectious Diseases Society of America identifies five key issues in Choosing Wisely campaign. Prophylactic antibiotics for children with recurrent urinary tract infections New statement provides recommendations for when to use prophylaxis, which drugs to use and duration of therapy. New Canadian guidelines for managing chronic hepatitis C Outline epidemiology, preferred diagnostic approaches and treatment recommendations. First Previous 34 35 36 37 38 Next Last
