World Kidney Day, observed every year on the second Thursday of March, is a global campaign aimed at raising awareness about the importance kidney health, kidney injury, and kidney disease.
Antimicrobial Stewardship May Help Address Hospital-Acquired AKI and C. difficile Infection
Acute kidney injury and C. diff infection are costly problems for hospitals and healthcare systems. These conditions are associated with poorer patient outcomes, including increased mortality and longer length of hospital stay.
Ida A. Bengston and Alice Evans: “Heroines of Science” and Bacteriology
These remarkable bacteriologists put their lives on the line for their research, contributed groundbreaking discoveries, and opened doors for other female scientists—proving to be true defenders of public health.
March is National Kidney Month — Here’s How to Keep Your Kidneys Healthy
March is National Kidney Month, and a time to raise awareness about the risk factors for chronic kidney disease and the dangers of acute kidney injury (AKI).
The Value of Diagnostics in Combatting Antimicrobial Resistance – A Public Health Problem
At this year’s World Anti-Microbial Resistance Congress, Dr. Tristan Timbrook delivered a...
Lindsay Denny Discusses the Critical Role of WASH in Preventing Infectious Diseases and Fighting Antimicrobial Resistance
WASH, which stands for water, sanitation, and hygiene, are basic...