Aaron DeVries
@devries-aaron.bsky.social
He/Him, Infectious Disease, Healthcare Leadership, Epidemiologist,🚴♂️enthusiast, personal account #IDSky #EpiSky
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Interesting #OneHealth case: two die of histoplasmosis after using bat guano for fertilizer to grow cannabis.
#fungaldisease
#fungaldisease
“Exposure to bat guano among cannabis growers appears to be a recent trend that can lead to histoplasmosis cases and outbreaks….Commercial biofertilizers containing bat guano should be tested for H capsulatum before reaching the market.”
academic.oup.com/ofid/article...
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Histoplasmosis Associated With Bat Guano Exposure in Cannabis Growers: 2 Cases
Abstract. Histoplasma capsulatum is a pathogenic dimorphic fungus with evolving epidemiology. Initially described as endemic to the Ohio and Mississippi ri
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December 19, 2024 at 4:31 AM
Interesting #OneHealth case: two die of histoplasmosis after using bat guano for fertilizer to grow cannabis.
#fungaldisease
#fungaldisease
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Percentage of available positions that filled in yesterday’s fellowship match.
December 5, 2024 at 2:10 PM
Percentage of available positions that filled in yesterday’s fellowship match.
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🎉 We’re thrilled to welcome to our newest fellows who are joining us on this journey of advancing infectious diseases care, research, and education. 🌟 #MatchDay
December 4, 2024 at 9:27 PM
🎉 We’re thrilled to welcome to our newest fellows who are joining us on this journey of advancing infectious diseases care, research, and education. 🌟 #MatchDay
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For my inaugural post, Im proud to announce the publication of our Safer@Home care model. This is going to change how medicine is practiced. No need to admit pts "for IV antibiotics" anymore. Or just for IV diuresis in CHF. Or just for EtOH withdrawal. Etc.
jamanetwork.com/journals/jam...
jamanetwork.com/journals/jam...
Virtual Home Care for Patients With Acute Illness
This cohort study compares outcomes of patients receiving care in an outpatient, virtual, home-based acute care model with outcomes of patients receiving standard hospital care.
jamanetwork.com
November 30, 2024 at 9:24 PM
For my inaugural post, Im proud to announce the publication of our Safer@Home care model. This is going to change how medicine is practiced. No need to admit pts "for IV antibiotics" anymore. Or just for IV diuresis in CHF. Or just for EtOH withdrawal. Etc.
jamanetwork.com/journals/jam...
jamanetwork.com/journals/jam...
Urban Turkeys are agents of chaos.
They don’t give a damn. “They don’t owe us civility. They know it”.
Loved the context of urban and rural adaptation and stress hormone differences. Thank you @Maggiek.bsky.social
www.startribune.com/the-triumph-...
They don’t give a damn. “They don’t owe us civility. They know it”.
Loved the context of urban and rural adaptation and stress hormone differences. Thank you @Maggiek.bsky.social
www.startribune.com/the-triumph-...
Koerth: The triumph of the urban turkey
Here’s how they came to be such a presence. (It was a joint effort.)
www.startribune.com
November 27, 2024 at 11:31 AM
Urban Turkeys are agents of chaos.
They don’t give a damn. “They don’t owe us civility. They know it”.
Loved the context of urban and rural adaptation and stress hormone differences. Thank you @Maggiek.bsky.social
www.startribune.com/the-triumph-...
They don’t give a damn. “They don’t owe us civility. They know it”.
Loved the context of urban and rural adaptation and stress hormone differences. Thank you @Maggiek.bsky.social
www.startribune.com/the-triumph-...
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Bluesky Public Health Hive Mind:
Has anyone had discussions about #pertussis vaccine boosters for healthcare workers? I understand that recommending additional boosters for HCWs was not considered cost-effective historically, but as we continue to deal with increased pertussis cases...
Has anyone had discussions about #pertussis vaccine boosters for healthcare workers? I understand that recommending additional boosters for HCWs was not considered cost-effective historically, but as we continue to deal with increased pertussis cases...
November 26, 2024 at 8:50 PM
Bluesky Public Health Hive Mind:
Has anyone had discussions about #pertussis vaccine boosters for healthcare workers? I understand that recommending additional boosters for HCWs was not considered cost-effective historically, but as we continue to deal with increased pertussis cases...
Has anyone had discussions about #pertussis vaccine boosters for healthcare workers? I understand that recommending additional boosters for HCWs was not considered cost-effective historically, but as we continue to deal with increased pertussis cases...
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Hey there, it’s Spud! 🌟 A quick reminder from your friendly potato: no matter how tough it gets, you’ve got what it takes. Start small, stay grounded, and keep growing. Even the hardest challenges can turn golden with effort. Let’s mash it today, friends!
November 25, 2024 at 9:57 AM
Hey there, it’s Spud! 🌟 A quick reminder from your friendly potato: no matter how tough it gets, you’ve got what it takes. Start small, stay grounded, and keep growing. Even the hardest challenges can turn golden with effort. Let’s mash it today, friends!
Excellent discussion by @drjudystone.bsky.social on #HICPAC role in infection control regs www.forbes.com/sites/judyst...
CDC Weighs Lowering Infection Protections Even More
The CDC's HICPAC advisory committee seems intent on rolling back infection control precautions in healthcare settings, despite evidence that what they propose is wrong.
www.forbes.com
November 24, 2024 at 1:39 PM
Excellent discussion by @drjudystone.bsky.social on #HICPAC role in infection control regs www.forbes.com/sites/judyst...
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Nice job at the Emerging Infections conference yesterday, @dimitridrekonja.bsky.social ! (Per usual though - I always expect expert and entertaining MC'ing from you.)
November 24, 2024 at 12:27 AM
Nice job at the Emerging Infections conference yesterday, @dimitridrekonja.bsky.social ! (Per usual though - I always expect expert and entertaining MC'ing from you.)
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We're here now! @sheaepi.bsky.social
November 21, 2024 at 10:23 PM
We're here now! @sheaepi.bsky.social
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Next talk: Hot Topics: Infectious Diseases. By Nick Lenhertz, MD, MPH, MHS; from MN dept of health. Always a great session…
November 22, 2024 at 4:49 PM
Next talk: Hot Topics: Infectious Diseases. By Nick Lenhertz, MD, MPH, MHS; from MN dept of health. Always a great session…
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November 22, 2024 at 7:30 PM
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Why influenza control so hard; people/animals not as nearly siloed as we think
November 22, 2024 at 3:53 PM
Why influenza control so hard; people/animals not as nearly siloed as we think
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Huh- I totally missed that now a chikungunya vaccine available in US for travelers.
www.cdc.gov/chikungunya/....
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Chikungunya Vaccine Information for Healthcare Providers
Learn about chikungunya vaccine recommendations.
www.cdc.gov
November 22, 2024 at 3:25 PM
Huh- I totally missed that now a chikungunya vaccine available in US for travelers.
www.cdc.gov/chikungunya/....
www.cdc.gov/chikungunya/....
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Minnesota CliMAT (Climate Mapping and Analysis Tool) | UMN Climate Adaptation Partnership
climate.umn.edu
November 22, 2024 at 2:47 PM
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Cross-country ski star Jessie Diggins is taking on her toughest test yet
Cross-country ski star Jessie Diggins is taking on her toughest test yet
The three-time Olympic medalist and two-time World Cup overall champion is widely considered the best Nordic skier in US history. This year she has bigger goals
Every April, Jessie Diggins sits down with her longtime coach, Jason Cork, to discuss the…
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November 21, 2024 at 9:26 AM
Cross-country ski star Jessie Diggins is taking on her toughest test yet
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BALANCE is out! 7 days of antibiotics non-inferior to 14 days for bacteremia (excluding S. aureus).
this is a practice-changing study that should have huge impacts on antibiotic prescribing.
i also can't say enough about the study team (esp. nick daneman). inspiring.
www.nejm.org/doi/full/10....
this is a practice-changing study that should have huge impacts on antibiotic prescribing.
i also can't say enough about the study team (esp. nick daneman). inspiring.
www.nejm.org/doi/full/10....
Antibiotic Treatment for 7 versus 14 Days in Patients with Bloodstream Infections | NEJM
Bloodstream infections are associated with substantial morbidity and mortality. Early, appropriate antibiotic therapy is important, but the duration of treatment is uncertain. In a multicenter, non...
www.nejm.org
November 20, 2024 at 3:12 PM
BALANCE is out! 7 days of antibiotics non-inferior to 14 days for bacteremia (excluding S. aureus).
this is a practice-changing study that should have huge impacts on antibiotic prescribing.
i also can't say enough about the study team (esp. nick daneman). inspiring.
www.nejm.org/doi/full/10....
this is a practice-changing study that should have huge impacts on antibiotic prescribing.
i also can't say enough about the study team (esp. nick daneman). inspiring.
www.nejm.org/doi/full/10....
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Hello!
So now we are also here - on BlueSky, to talk about #PublicHealth!
Hope you will tag along and help us on this interesting adventure!
#ECDCisOnBlueSky!
So now we are also here - on BlueSky, to talk about #PublicHealth!
Hope you will tag along and help us on this interesting adventure!
#ECDCisOnBlueSky!
November 19, 2024 at 6:51 PM
Hello!
So now we are also here - on BlueSky, to talk about #PublicHealth!
Hope you will tag along and help us on this interesting adventure!
#ECDCisOnBlueSky!
So now we are also here - on BlueSky, to talk about #PublicHealth!
Hope you will tag along and help us on this interesting adventure!
#ECDCisOnBlueSky!
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Open Access: Among adults diagnosed with RSV in outpatient settings, the risk of all-cause hospitalization within 28 days ranged from 4.5% to 6.2%, with the highest risk observed in older age groups and individuals with specific chronic conditions. #IDSky ja.ma/4fXQ30B
Hospitalization Following Outpatient Diagnosis of RSV in Adults
This cohort study assesses absolute risk of 28-day, all-cause hospitalization following outpatient medically attended respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) infections in adults during the 2016 to 2022 RSV...
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November 19, 2024 at 7:11 PM
Open Access: Among adults diagnosed with RSV in outpatient settings, the risk of all-cause hospitalization within 28 days ranged from 4.5% to 6.2%, with the highest risk observed in older age groups and individuals with specific chronic conditions. #IDSky ja.ma/4fXQ30B
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Influenza A activity starting to pick up. Time to get your flu vaccine if you’ve waited (some evidence supports waiting) or if you’ve been distracted syndromictrends.com
November 16, 2024 at 8:34 PM
Influenza A activity starting to pick up. Time to get your flu vaccine if you’ve waited (some evidence supports waiting) or if you’ve been distracted syndromictrends.com
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Y’all are going to need some infectious diseases experts
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a man in a lab coat says no reason in front of a wall of cards
Alt: a man in a lab coat says “no reason”
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November 15, 2024 at 12:33 AM
Y’all are going to need some infectious diseases experts
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