250,000 Deaths Per Year May Be Due To Iatrogenic Causes
JAMA Commentary Reports that Deaths Within the US Healthcare System may be Third Leading Cause of Death
(SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS)A commentary by Dr. Barbara Starfield of Johns Hopkins in the July 26, 2000 issue of the Journal of the American Medical Association (Vol 284) states that the health of the US population is not as good as in many other countries, and deaths within the healthcare system itself may account for the third leading cause of death in the US, only behind heart disease and cancer. The article states that 250,000 deaths per year are due to iatrogenic causes-unfavorable responses to medical or surgical treatments. Some examples of these causes include unnecessary medication and surgery, infections in hospitals, and negative effects of drugs. For more information, visit www.jama.com.
Herpes and Dentistry: A Silent But Serious Concern
February 21st 2025Herpes infections pose significant risks in dentistry. JoAnn Gurenlian, RDH, PhD, presented prevention, treatment, occupational hazards, and a potential breakthrough in gene therapy that could revolutionize herpes management at the Midwinter Meeting.
Chicago Dental Society Honors Drs Joseph Hagenbruch and Mark Lingen for Excellence in Dentistry
February 21st 2025The Chicago Dental Society honored Dr. Joseph Hagenbruch and Dr. Mark Lingen for their leadership, research, and dedication to advancing dentistry and improving oral health care access.
From Sterilization Tech to Infection Control Advocate: Sherrie Busby’s Inspiring Dental Journey
February 20th 2025Sherrie Busby, EDDA, CDSO, CDIPC, shares her journey from dental assisting to infection control advocacy, highlighting her passion for education, her role at Heartland Dental, and her exciting transition to a new chapter.
Innovation and Infection Control: Highlights From W&H at Chicago Dental Midwinter Society Meeting
February 19th 2025Doris Schneider, senior marketing manager for North America for W&H North America, shares insights into the 160th Chicago Dental Society Midwinter Meeting, showcasing the Lexa Mini rapid sterilizer and Sanaa Power handpiece, designed for efficient sterilization and effortless dental procedures.
