Jason Pogue, PharmD, BCPS, BCIDP, contextualizes preliminary data looking at this trial and other extended-spectrum beta-lactamase (ESBL) studies, which reopens the debate around carbapenem-sparing treatment options.
|Videos|August 31, 2017
How is SIDP Working to Improve Antibiotic Stewardship Programs in LTC Facilities?
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Alan Gross, PharmD, BCPS-AQID, shares how the Society of Infectious Diseases Pharmacists is working to improve antibiotic stewardship programs in long-term care facilities.
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Alan Gross, PharmD, BCPS-AQID, clinical assistant professor, Pharmacy Practice, University of Illinois at Chicago, College of Pharmacy explains how the Society of Infectious Diseases Pharmacists (SIDP) is working on improving antibiotic stewardship programs in long-term care facilities, as they have been
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Staphylococcus aureus Bacteremia (SAB) causes significant morbidity and globally is the leading cause of death from bloodstream infection. This month, the IDSA and ESCMID released 7 consensus statements to assist in managing individuals with SAB. This review will focus on the adult patient population and additional information on pediatric population statements can be assessed in the guideline. Here is a closer look at Consensus Statement 2: Follow-up Blood Cultures.
With a significant increase in rabies exposures this year, Rodney Rohde, PhD, talks about seeking medical attention after animal interactions as well as clinical treatment when people have been bit or scratched.
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