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Acute Respiratory Infection Stewardship Intervention Cuts Antibiotic Overuse

From the 2016-2017 influenza season (baseline) to the 2017-2018 season (intervention), there was a drop in antibiotic prescribing for acute respiratory infections.

Invasive Aspergillosis and Mucromycosis Diagnosed With Real-Time PCR

A new real-time polymerase chain reaction assay shows promise in the noninvasive diagnosis of aspergillosis and mucormycosis.

Usefulness of Cough Sound Analyzer in Pediatric Respiratory Disorder Diagnosis

Automated cough sound analyzer can aid in diagnosing asthma, pneumonia, croup, bronchiolitis, and lower respiratory infection.

Step Three: Source control measures, such as covering the mouth/nose with a tissue when coughing, prompt disposal of used tissues, using surgical masks on the coughing person when tolerated and appropriate

Prospective Surveillance of Enterovirus D68 Improves Epidemiologic Knowledge

Prospective surveillance of enterovirus D68 is contributing to a better understanding of its epidemiology and should be continued.

Internet-Based Communication Training May Reduce Antibiotic Prescribing in RTIs

An internet-based training program designed to enhance communication skills in C-reactive protein point of care testing may be helpful in reducing long-term antibiotic prescribing in respiratory tract infections.