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The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) describes work-related asthma as asthma triggered by exposures at work. The agency reports that there are over 300 known substances in the workplace that can cause or worsen asthma. Symptoms of work-related asthma are the same as those for non-work-related asthma, and may include wheezing, coughing, chest tightness, and shortness ...
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports there are an estimated 450,000 cases of shigellosis, an infection caused by Shigella bacteria, in the United States each year. Unfortunately, a growing number of these infections involve drug-resistant Shigella. The four species of Shigella listed by the CDC include: Shigella sonnei (the most common species in the United States) ...
“The increase in carbapenem-resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae, or CRKP, is complicating medical treatments and causing challenging HAIs. Endotoxin release is a concern, and antibiotics may complicate this condition. ...
Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) is described by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) as a potentially dangerous type of staph bacteria. Staph, which is commonly carried on the skin or in the nose of healthy people, can sometimes cause infections, but most of these skin infections are minor. With MRSA, which is staph that is resistant to an ...
RTI Group, a global leader in Quality Assurance (QA) of X-ray imaging, proudly announces a landmark year marked by exceptional financial performance, significant market expansion, and strategic innovations. The company exceeded its revenue target, achieving over 125 million SEK in 2024, representing a remarkable growth of more than 20 percent compared to the previous ...
In this free webinar, learn about the importance of early glycan screening for ensuring biologic quality, and how automation reduces time-to-insight and improves workflow efficiency. The featured speakers will share real-world applications and results from glycan screening success. Attendees will learn how to integrate automated glycan profiling into cell line development (CLD) labs. Early ...
According to a recent survey by the American Pet Products Association, 82 million households in the United States own a pet. For many, their pet is a part of the family, but unfortunately, many homes with pets also suffer from indoor environmental quality issues associated with pet odors and allergens. Both furry pets and those with feathers can cause an allergic reaction in some people. Pet ...
They can also occur from being in a medical setting, such as a hospital, clinic, doctor’s office, surgery center, or nursing home. ...
A Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) report published on October 3, 2024, linked Burkholderia multivorans infections to ice machines in multiple healthcare facilities in the western United States. This post summarizes key findings, implications, and recommended practices for healthcare providers to ensure patient ...
They can also occur from being in a medical setting, such as a hospital, clinic, doctor’s office, surgery center, or nursing home. ...
In May, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) announced the release of new guidance for preventing the spread of infections in K-12 schools. The agency shared various everyday actions that schools can take to help keep students healthy by mitigating the spread of infections. The five actions listed by the CDC are: · Taking steps for cleaner air · ...
Acinetobacter is described by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) as a group of bacteria commonly found in the environment. While there are many types, the most frequent cause of infections in humans is Acinetobacter baumannii. Infections of the blood, urinary tract, and lungs, or in wounds in other parts of the body can all be caused by Acinetobacter baumannii. It can also ...
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that almost 19% of children, and just over 25% of adults, have a seasonal allergy. These allergies can be a significant problem for some people, including during the hot summer months. High levels of airborne mold and pollen during the summer months can be an issue for people working or enjoying the outdoors. These same allergens and ...
Groups listed by CDC as being at elevated risk of developing invasive mold infections include those who: · Have had a transplant, especially hematopoietic stem cell transplants · Have cancer, especially hematologic cancers like leukemia and lymphoma · Are undergoing cancer treatment · Are taking medications that ...
In this free webinar, learn about the challenges in maintaining reliability, reproducibility and consistency in induced pluripotent stem cell (iPSC) cultures. Attendees will be introduced to a novel cell line restoration method supported by high-throughput single-cell cloning technologies. The featured speakers will explore the different types of quality control (QC) required for iPSCs with a ...
Mucormycosis is a rare but serious type of fungal infection caused by a group of fungi known as mucormycetes. Mucor species and Rhizopus species are some of the most common causes of mucormycosis, however there are also other species. The fungi typically live in soil and decaying organic matter. It is frequently a life-threatening infection warns the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention ...
What is Happening in the Red Sea? We are writing to keep you informed on the crisis occurring in the Red Sea and update you on how your business could be impacted. Over the last few months, multiple attacks have been carried out against large cargo vessels in the Red Sea. Earlier in March, a Houthi missile struck a commercial ship in the Gulf of Aden, killing three of its crew members and ...
ScienceNews published an article last year about the spread of three types of fungi that can cause serious lung diseases. One of these was Histoplasma which causes histoplasmosis, an infection once mainly found in the Midwest, but in more recent times infections have been recorded in at least 47 states. Histoplasma capsulatum lives in the environment, particularly in soil or other materials ...
Aspergillosis is a potentially life-threatening condition caused by a fungal pathogen known as Aspergillus. It is a common type of mold found outdoors and in indoor environments. It can be found at excessive concentrations indoors when buildings suffer water damage or elevated humidity levels. Fortunately, most healthy people breathe Aspergillus spores without infection concerns. However, some ...
In this free webinar sponsored by Advanced Instruments, gain insights into advances in monoclonal antibody production technology and manufacturing strategies. Attendees will learn why temperature and osmolality in cell culture are critical parameters affecting cell growth, viability and the concentration of HCPs in the supernatant. The featured speaker will discuss how temperature and osmolality ...