In findings that are expected to set a new standard of care in intensive care units, researchers demonstrated in a large-scale trial that a combination of chlorhexidine baths and nasal mupirocin slashed bloodstream infections (BSIs) for all pathogens by a staggering 44%….
One would think intuitively that being placed in isolation behind the various barriers of precautions – gloves, gowns, masks – could have a disassociating affect, exacting a mental toll on the patient. In some patients it appears isolation contributes to…
Amid recognition of all manner of excellent journalism, it is with both sincere gratitude and some surprise I report that our coverage of MRSA seemed to resonate strongly at the annual National Press Club Awards recently in Washington, DC. “MRSA…