Learning Carbapenemase Producing Genes | Everyday Is A School Day Learnt major carbapenemase genes (KPC, NDM, OXA) using NCBI isolate data and molecular dynamics. Includes gene frequency trends, co-resistance patterns, and MM/PBSA binding comparisons of avibactam wi...

Learnt major carbapenemase genes (KPC, NDM, OXA) using NCBI isolate data and molecular dynamics. Includes gene frequency trends, co-resistance patterns, and MM/PBSA binding comparisons of avibactam with KPC vs NDM to illustrate mechanistic differences 🧬 #moleculardynamic #cre #idsky #amrsky

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Explore open-access tools that turn AMR data into visual insights and enable ethical data reuse, driving research and policy worldwide. Webinar: AMR tools and resources for health professionals and… ... Explore open-access tools that turn AMR data into visual insights and enable ethical data reuse, driving research and policy worldwide. Webinar: AMR tools and resources for health professionals and r...

This looks excellent for those interested in AMR data analysis. #AMSsky #AMRsky

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Impact of Host and Bacterial Metabolism on Antibiotic Susceptibility Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a global healthcare emergency, directly causing 1.3 million deaths per year and predicted to increase dramatically over the coming decades. Understanding the molecula...

Impact of Host and Bacterial Metabolism on Antibiotic Susceptibility

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featuring @sidpharm.bsky.social member Krista Gens as a Chair for this amazing webinar! tune in today! #idsky #amrsky

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Antibiotic effects on the gut microbiome across diverse geographies Antibiotic use can significantly alter the gut microbiome, impacting health outcomes across diverse regions. Geographic differences in baseline microbiome composition, antibiotic-resistance gene (ARG)...

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Ordering With Foresight Can duration of therapy requirements at the time of antibiotic order entry decrease antibiotic use?

💊 Can requiring duration at the time of antibiotic order entry reduce overuse?

Mitchell Thelen, PharmD, BCIDP, examines how a straightforward EMR adjustment can enhance prescribing precision & promote AMR stewardship. 🦠 #IDsky #MEDsky #AMRsky

Read more: www.contagionlive.com/view/orderin...

Fantastic paper that benchmarks all the things you’d want to know for rolling out Oxford Nanopore sequencing for rapid, clinical diagnostics. They looked at time to results and quality trade-offs

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Top 5 Infectious Disease News Stories Week of July 12-19 This week, the first US study screening hepatitis B and D concurrently found that 2.2% of HBV-positive samples had HDV antibodies, the FDA approved GSK’s Shingrix, and more.

This past week, the first US study screening hepatitis B and D concurrently found that 2.2% of HBV-positive samples had HDV antibodies, the FDA approved GSK’s Shingrix, and more.

#IDsky #MEDsky #AMRsky #HIVsky

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IDSA Releases Clinical Guidelines for Treatment of Complicated Urinary Tract Infections New evidence-based recommendations prioritize timely, targeted therapy and a symptom-focused classification to optimize treatment outcomes and antimicrobial stewardship.

Infectious Diseases Society of America releases new clinical guidelines for cUTIs, for symptom-based classification, a stepwise approach to empiric therapy, & early de-escalation to targeted antibiotics to support stewardship. #IDsky #MEDsky #AMRsky

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Antimicrobial resistance in chronic lung infection: the road to resistance Background Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a growing global health crisis and is particularly relevant to people living with chronic lung diseases such as bronchiectasis, cystic fibrosis and chronic...

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Study Finds AMR Policy Messaging Misses the Mark with Agricultural Stakeholders Carly Ching, PhD’s analysis reveals that global AMR policies overemphasize human health while neglecting farmer-focused messaging that could improve adoption and impact.

New study reveals a major gap in global AMR policy: it’s not speaking farmers’ language. 👩‍🌾🌍💊

“Framing & language choices are critical tools to build political legitimacy & end-user support,” says Dr. Carly Ching. #IDsky #MEDsky #AMRsky #OneHealth

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Precision in Practice: PK/PD Modeling Advances Infectious Disease Care At MAD-ID, Mark Sheets, PharmD, discusses how PK/PD modeling and AUC-based strategies offer safer, more precise antibiotic therapy.

🎥 At #MADID2025, Dr. Marc Scheetz, from Midwestern University, shares how PK/PD modeling and AUC-based dosing are helping clinicians make safer, more personalized antibiotic decisions—right at the bedside. @mad-id.bsky.social #IDsky #MEDsky #AMRsky

Listen here: www.contagionlive.com/view/precisi...

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💡Great afternoon of interviews with insightful takeaways on improving patient care and implementing guidelines! 🦠💊 #MADID2025 @mad-id.bsky.social #IDsky #MEDsky #AMRsky

Stay updated with onsite coverage here: www.contagionlive.com/conference/m...

Advancing C diff Management: Fidaxomicin, Microbiome Therapies, and Stewardship At MAD-ID 2025, Rachel M. Kenney, PharmD, discusses treatment shifts, microbiome innovations, and pharmacists' roles in optimizing outcomes.

At #MADID2025, Dr. Rachel Kenney, from Henry Ford Hospital, highlighted evolving C diff management, from fidaxomicin as first-line therapy to new FDA-approved microbiome therapies like Vowst & Rebyota. @mad-id.bsky.social #IDsky #MEDsky #AMRsky 💊

Listen here: www.contagionlive.com/view/advanci...

35% of Evaluated Patients De-Labeled in Penicillin Allergy Study At MAD-ID 2025, Cadhan McFadden presents data from a multidisciplinary ambulatory care project using PEN-FAST scoring and oral challenges to improve antibiotic access and accuracy.

At #MADID2025, Cadhan McFadden presented findings from a multidisciplinary clinic initiative using PEN-FAST scoring and oral amoxicillin challenges to improve penicillin allergy accuracy. #IDsky #MEDsky #AMRsky @mad-id.bsky.social

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🎥 An energizing lunch hour at #MADID2025! More interviews, more perspectives, and more insights into infectious diseases, antimicrobial stewardship, and clinical practice. @mad-id.bsky.social #IDsky #MEDsky #AMRsky

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The Changing Landscape of Antimicrobial Resistance Reporting At MAD-ID 2025, Elizabeth Dodds Ashley, PharmD, MHS, explains how NHSN’s Antibiotic Resistance Option is shaping stewardship and clinical decision-making.

#MADID2025: Dr. Elizabeth Dodds Ashley from Duke University discussed how clinicians can apply NHSN’s Antibiotic Resistance Option data to guide antibiotic use & improve monitoring in hospitals. @mad-id.bsky.social #IDsky #MEDsky #AMRsky

Listen here: www.contagionlive.com/view/the-cha...

Integrating AI into Pharmacy Education and Stewardship At MAD-ID, Timothy Aungst, PharmD, outlines the role of artificial intelligence in clinical decision-making, curriculum design, and infectious disease practice.

At #MADID2025, Dr. Timothy Aungst, PharmD. Aungst, PharmD, Professor of Pharmacy Practice at the MCPH explores AI’s role in clinical education, decision-making, & stewardship. @mad-id.bsky.social #IDsky #MEDsky #AMRsky

Listen to our full interview here: www.contagionlive.com/view/integra...

Started our morning at #MADID2025 with Dr. Timothy Aungst, PharmD discussing the role of AI in antimicrobial stewardship and infection prevention. #IDsky #MEDsky #AMRsky @mad-id.bsky.social

Stay tuned for our interview: www.contagionlive.com/conference/m...

Our new paper on the global epi of IMP carbapenemases. We originally called this paper: ‘Planet of the IMPs’ as IMPs are now everywhere. We found IMP variant-specific distributions across species, plasmids, mobile elements and geography
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Increased mortality in hospital- compared to community-onset carbapenem-resistant enterobacterales infections AbstractBackground. The CDC reported a 35% increase in hospital-onset (HO) carbapenem-resistant Enterobacterales (CRE) infections during the COVID-19 pande

ICYMI
Dr. Boutzoukas leveraged CRACKLE database to evaluate impact of hospital-onset (HO) infections.
relevant given CDC reports of increased HO MDRO infections.
In current circumstances, I worry that we will see further increases in HO infections.
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More countries must step up — especially the largest users.
Much work lies ahead.
#AMRSummit2024 #OneHealth #StopAMR @stopamr.org #AMRSky

⌛ Your time to apply for our Pediatric Antimicrobial Stewardship Fellowship Award is almost up! We're looking to develop future researchers in pediatric antimicrobial stewardship. Deadline is May 1. Read more and apply by visiting link below. #IDsky #AMRsky
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CDC: Hospitals Experiencing Inconsistent Declines in Resistant Infections A long-term study conducted by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) shows early success in the reduction of such infections followed by an increase again during the early pandemic year...

ICYMI: CDC study found that while some resistant infections declined, rates surged again during the early pandemic years. Certain pathogens saw overall increases and others remained stable/declined. #IDsky #AMRsky #MEDsky

What does this mean for AMR efforts?

www.contagionlive.com/view/cdc-hos...

Antimicrobial resistance of bacterial pathogens isolated from cancer patients: a systematic review and meta-analysis - BMC Infectious Diseases Background Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a major threat to global public health, limiting treatment options for infections. AMR is particularly life-threatening for cancer patients, who are at inc...

Antimicrobial resistance complicates the treatment of infections, especially in the most vulnerable populations like cancer patients. #IDSky #PharmSky #AMRSky

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Incidence of multidrug-resistant bacteria rising in Ontario hospitals A survey of the province's public hospitals and microbiology labs finds that the rate of new patients with carbapenemase-producing organisms doubled from 2022 to 2023.

Incidence of multi-drug resistance continues to rise. Software like PraediAlert can help you closely monitor antibiotic resistance in your own patients. #IDSky #PharmSky #AMRSky

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A valentine day card of an antibiotic pills dressed as cupid and little hearts with highly bioavailable antibiotics

A valentine day card of a hand sanitizer bottle dressed as cupid

A valentine day card of an antibiotic pill and a scalpel holding hands with the message “Just like antibiotics and source control, we belong together”

Looking for a V-Day card for that special someone in the hospital? Your favorite IP, your stewie teammate, or your IR friend that always say yes to the drain 🥰!

l’ve got you covered with these cute cards !
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