Review
Infectious Diseases
Pavlos Myrianthefs, George E. Zakynthinos, Vasiliki Tsolaki, Demosthenes Makris
Summary: This review examines the current literature on the use of aerosolized antibiotics for preventing and treating ventilator-associated infections. The findings suggest that aerosolized antibiotics can reduce bacterial colonization and the progression to ventilator-associated pneumonia. However, differences in delivery modality and concerns about resistance emergence limit the generalizability of the results.
Article
Infectious Diseases
Leesa Lin, Stephan Harbarth, James R. Hargreaves, Xudong Zhou, Leah Li
Summary: Inappropriate use of antibiotics for upper respiratory tract infections (URTIs) in Chinese children is common. Parents who perceive antibiotics as effective for treating the common cold and fever, have access to non-prescription antibiotics, and perceive the infection as more severe are more likely to use antibiotics. Multifaceted interventions are needed to address the issue of self-medication, over-prescription, and inappropriate demands for antibiotics.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ANTIMICROBIAL AGENTS
(2021)
Article
Critical Care Medicine
Madhuragauri S. Shevade, Rajiv C. Yeravdekar, Sundeep S. Salvi
Summary: Respiratory therapy was introduced to India in 1995, and this study assessed the demographics and services offered by respiratory therapists (RTs) in India. The majority of RTs had a bachelor's degree, were employed in south India, and focused on acute care environment. Pneumonia, asthma, COPD, and ARDS were the most commonly managed diseases among RTs in India.
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Caitlin C. Abar, Alexis Combs, Allison Miley, Rebecca Ruffino, Beau Abar
Summary: The study found that specific parenting behaviors, such as targeted discussions on prescription medication safety, were associated with increased comfort among youth regarding medication, which in turn influenced safer usage behaviors.
PREVENTIVE MEDICINE REPORTS
(2021)
Article
Critical Care Medicine
Shirley Quach, Katherine Reise, Carolyn McGregor, Efrosini Papaconstantinou, Mika L. Nonoyama
Summary: This study surveyed Canadian respiratory therapists to determine consensus on pediatric mechanical ventilation management and found alignment with the ESPNIC guideline. The results provide guidance for the practice of pediatric mechanical ventilation and highlight the need for future research to verify and understand the effectiveness of these practices.
Article
Respiratory System
Kai Liu, Yu-Long Yao, Yu-Xian Wang, Bi-Lin Wei, Liu-Cun Li, Qi-Xing Wang, Hui-Qing Ge, Er-Shan Wang, Li-Min Yang, Huan Chen, Yun-Qing Yang, Hao Qin, Wen-Jun Zhai, Shen-Ji Yu, Xiao-Ting Wang, Zhe Luo, Guo-Wei Tu
Summary: This national study investigated the LUS training and practice of RTs in mainland China. The results revealed a high percentage of RTs recognizing the need for LUS training, but only a small proportion had received such training. LUS was mainly used by RTs in cases of respiratory distress or hypoxia, and they were familiar with certain LUS signs. However, there was a lack of uniformity in using LUS protocols or scores, and a significant proportion of participants changed their respiratory therapy strategy based on LUS results.
BMC PULMONARY MEDICINE
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Akshi Goyal, Khaiwal Ravindra, Suman Mor
Summary: Airborne pollen is a major trigger of respiratory diseases and gardeners who are continuously exposed to high concentrations of allergens are at greater risk of allergies. However, many gardeners are unaware of the occupational hazards and pollen allergies in their workplaces. The study highlights the need for health awareness and training to minimize exposure and associated risks.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Critical Care Medicine
Amr Salah Omar, Samy Hanoura, Ahmed Labib, Rasha Kaddoura, Alaa Rahhal, Mohammed Mousa Al-Zubi, Ruzzel Dorado Galvez, Shiny Shiju, Mohammed Jamil Al Jonidi, Hany Ragab, Abdul Aziz Al Hashemi, Abdelwahid Alumlla
Summary: This study found a high prevalence of burnout syndrome among respiratory therapists, with significant correlations to work conditions and leadership behaviors.
JOURNAL OF INTENSIVE CARE MEDICINE
(2022)
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Shukry Zawahir, Hien Thi Thu Le, Thu-Anh Nguyen, Justin Beardsley, Anh Duc Dang, Sarah Bernays, Kerri Viney, Thai Hung Cao, Dorothy Drabarek, Hoang Huy Tran, Son Tu Nguyen, Van Thi Thuy Pham, Tan Minh Luong, Hung Thi Mai Tran, Nhung Viet Nguyen, Stephen Jan, Ben J. Marais, Joel Negin, Guy B. Marks, Greg J. Fox
Summary: This study evaluated the appropriateness of antibiotic dispensing in private pharmacies in Vietnam and found that inappropriate antibiotic supply was common. Multifaceted measures are needed to achieve the global action plan for optimal use of antimicrobials.
LANCET REGIONAL HEALTH-WESTERN PACIFIC
(2022)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
R. Reid Harvey, M. Abbas Virji, Brie H. Blackley, Marcia L. Stanton, Bruce C. Trapnell, Brenna Carey, Terrance Healey, Kristin J. Cummings
Summary: Increased engineering controls and respiratory protection can lead to decreased levels of inhaled indium, plasma indium and biomarkers of interstitial lung disease among workers in a span of two years. Ongoing medical monitoring of indium-exposed workers is necessary to confirm the long-term effectiveness of preventive measures.
OCCUPATIONAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL MEDICINE
(2022)
Article
Integrative & Complementary Medicine
Xiao-Yang Hu, Ru-Yu Xia, Michael Moore, Beth Stuart, Ling-Zi Wen, Bertrand Graz, Lily Lai, Jian-Ping Liu, Yu -Tong Fei, Merlin Willcox
Summary: This study aimed to identify the use of various treatments and their association with the use of antibiotics and patient reported clinical recovery in Chinese adults with acute cough. An online survey was conducted to collect data on sociodemographic and clinical characteristics, treatments received, and perceived changes in symptoms among adults with recent acute cough. The study found a high proportion of inappropriate use of antibiotics for the treatment of simple acute cough.
INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Construction & Building Technology
Clement Peng Hee Boey, Sharon Esi Duoduwa Quaye, Alex R. Cook, Wei Jie Seow, Yvette van der Eijk
Summary: This study investigated the prevalence of secondhand smoke exposure among Singapore residents and its association with respiratory symptoms, knowledge, attitudes, and behaviors. The findings indicate that secondhand smoke exposure is common in densely populated urban areas of Singapore and is associated with respiratory symptoms.
Article
Critical Care Medicine
Ser Hon Puah, Andrew Li, Matthew Edward Cove, Jason Phua, Vicky Ng, Amit Kansal, Qiao Li Tan, Juliet Tolentino Sahagun, Juvel Taculod, Addy Yong-Hu Tan, Kollengode Ramanathan, Amartya Mukhopadhyay, Chee Kiang Tay, Yew Woon Chia, Duu Wen Sewa, Meiying Chew, Sennen J. W. Lew, Shirley Goh, Shekhar Dhanvijay, Jonathan Jit-Ern Tan, Kay Choong See
Summary: This study examined the clinical practices of physicians and respiratory therapists in the use of high-flow nasal cannula (HFNC). The results of the survey showed variations in the indications and thresholds for HFNC initiation among different intensive care units.
AUSTRALIAN CRITICAL CARE
(2022)
Article
Immunology
Gillian A. Levine, Julia Bielicki, Guenther Fink
Summary: In low- and middle-income countries, children receive an average of 18.5 antibiotic treatments in their first 5 years of life, with a portion of these treatments being attributed to informal care and self-medication. The level of childhood antibiotic exposure varies significantly among countries.
CLINICAL INFECTIOUS DISEASES
(2022)
Article
Critical Care Medicine
Brian S. Williams, Stevens S. Smith, Jyothi N. Marbin, Maria Z. Huang, Cambria L. Garell, Amanda S. Kosack, Ulfat Shaikh, Kathleen P. Tebb, Michael C. Fiore
Summary: A survey comparing pediatric RNs and RTs in in-patient pediatric settings revealed that RTs demonstrated higher levels of confidence and rates in providing cessation interventions, screening for smoke exposure, and counseling on reducing smoke exposure, suggesting that they may be better positioned for intervening in protecting children from tobacco smoke exposure. The results can inform the design of in-patient cessation interventions for caregivers of hospitalized children.
Article
Environmental Sciences
James M. Boiano, Andrea L. Steege, Marie H. Sweeney
JOURNAL OF OCCUPATIONAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL HYGIENE
(2017)
Article
Environmental Sciences
David M. DeJoy, Todd D. Smith, Henok Woldu, Mari-Amanda Dyal, Andrea L. Steege, James M. Boiano
JOURNAL OF OCCUPATIONAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL HYGIENE
(2017)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Sharon R. Silver, Rebecca J. Tsai, Cyllene R. Morris, James M. Boiano, Jun Ju, Marilyn S. Scocozza, Geoffrey M. Calvert
AMERICAN JOURNAL OF INDUSTRIAL MEDICINE
(2018)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Kerri Wizner, Mahiyar Nasarwanji, Edward Fisher, Andrea L. Steege, James M. Boiano
JOURNAL OF OCCUPATIONAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL HYGIENE
(2018)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Feiby L. Nassan, Christina C. Lawson, Audrey J. Gaskins, Candice Y. Johnson, James M. Boiano, Janet W. Rich-Edwards, Jorge E. Chavarro
AMERICAN JOURNAL OF INDUSTRIAL MEDICINE
(2019)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Sharon Silver, James Boiano, Jia Li
AMERICAN JOURNAL OF INDUSTRIAL MEDICINE
(2020)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Cora Peterson, Pamela K. Schumacher, Andrea L. Steege
AMERICAN JOURNAL OF INDUSTRIAL MEDICINE
(2020)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
James M. Boiano, Sharon R. Silver, Rebecca J. Tsai, Wayne T. Sanderson, Sa Liu, Lawrence W. Whitehead
ANNALS OF WORK EXPOSURES AND HEALTH
(2020)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Michael A. Flynn, Pietra Check, Andrea L. Steege, Jacqueline M. Siven, Laura N. Syron
Summary: This commentary highlights the need for a more holistic approach, specifically the adoption of a biopsychosocial paradigm, to address the inequities in occupational health and safety. It emphasizes the importance of research on social arrangements and the interaction of work with other social determinants, as well as the use of inclusive methods to reflect societal diversity and different experiences of social conditions. Interdisciplinary collaboration is also recommended to integrate work into the broader research agenda on health equity.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH
(2022)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Rachael M. Billock, Marie Haring Sweeney, Andrea L. Steege, Ryan Michaels, Sara E. Luckhaupt
Summary: The study identified workers in essential critical infrastructure industries as defined by CISA using standardized industry codes, which may support public health interventions and analyses related to the COVID-19 pandemic and future public health crises.
AMERICAN JOURNAL OF INDUSTRIAL MEDICINE
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Wesley R. Attwood, Tyler Quinn, Sophia K. Chiu, Jessica F. Li, Andrea L. Steege
Summary: This study aims to investigate the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the workload and resource needs of medical examiner and coroners' offices. The findings indicate an increase in workload and use of personal protective equipment (PPE), with no change in engineering control usage. Various challenges were faced by these offices during the pandemic.
JOURNAL OF OCCUPATIONAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL HYGIENE
(2022)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Rebecca J. Tsai, John W. Lu, Scott A. Henn, Stephanie H. Hasanali, Laurel Harduar-Morano, Anil Nair
Summary: This study aims to accurately examine the trends in prevalence rates for occupational cases of elevated blood lead levels (eBLLs) in Pennsylvania by using industry-specific denominators. The results show that 92% of the eBLLs cases were due to occupational lead exposure, with 83% coming from workers in the battery manufacturing industry. The prevalence rate for battery manufacturing steeply declined 71% from 2007 to 2018.
OCCUPATIONAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL MEDICINE
(2022)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Sharon R. Silver, Marie H. Sweeney, Wayne T. Sanderson, Regina Pana-Cryan, Andrea L. Steege, Brian Quay, Tania Carreon, Michael A. Flynn
Summary: This study evaluated several public health data systems maintained or supported by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The findings showed that only a small number of these systems collected work-related information and the collected data was often limited, especially for working conditions. This limited and inconsistent collection of work-related information hinders the understanding of the role work plays in health disparities.
AMERICAN JOURNAL OF INDUSTRIAL MEDICINE
(2023)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Rebecca Tsai, Toni Alterman, James W. Grosch, Sara E. Luckhaupt
AMERICAN JOURNAL OF HEALTH PROMOTION
(2019)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Laurel Harduar Morano, Andrea L. Steege, Sara E. Luckhaupt
MMWR-MORBIDITY AND MORTALITY WEEKLY REPORT
(2018)