2026 March - 17 articles
Infection prevention and control remains an essential component of effective healthcare delivery and disease prevention. This study aimed to explore healthcare workers’ perspectives on factors influencing compliance with infection prevention an...
2,6-Dichlorophenolindophenol (DCIP) is a redox dye and colorimetric reagent previously shown to enable rapid quantification of laboratory cultures of oral microorganisms. DCIP is reduced by viable microbial cells, resulting in loss of its blue color...
Background: In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, the dietary landscapes of young adults have been profoundly reshaped. As social restrictions ease, the resurgence of dining out presents new behavioral shifts regarding health and safety. Objective: T...
To map and describe the scientific evidence on germicidal ultraviolet C (UV-C) light for hospital surface disinfection, this scoping review examined device types, reported operational parameters, microbiological and clinical outcomes, and implementat...
Background: Carcinogenic, Mutagenic, and Reprotoxic (CMR) substances are among the most significant occupational health hazards in healthcare and research laboratories. Despite preventive measures and regulations, exposure assessment and risk managem...
The process of ensuring the safety of the food supply is dynamic. Both the possibility of contamination and the effectiveness of safety precautions are impacted by changes in the kinds of food consumed, the geographical origins of food products, and...
Health and hygiene are critical components of sustainable travel and tourism development, particularly in the post-emergency phase of the COVID-19 pandemic when traveler confidence is closely tied to the resilience of the destination. This paper exam...
The human microbiome has emerged as a critical factor influencing surgical outcomes across a broad number of specialties. This paper explores the evolving interactions between the body’s microbiome and surgical practice, especially focusing on...
Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) in foodborne pathogens poses a major public health risk in Benin. Table eggs and poultry sausages have been identified as potential reservoirs of resistant bacteria. Nevertheless, the lack of integrated AMR data from fo...
Background: Human papillomavirus (HPV) infection is the most common sexually transmitted infection worldwide and a major cause of several cancers. HPV vaccination is the most effective measure of preventing HPV infection, but knowledge and attitudes...
Verapamil (VER) is a calcium channel blocker used to treat cardiovascular diseases. However, some studies also suggest its antimicrobial potential. Changes in calcium abundance in yeasts can lead to decreased expression of transcription factors for g...
Seafood processing environments represent some of the most demanding hygienic settings in the global food sector. High humidity, variable temperatures, and heavy organic residues promote the persistence of Listeria monocytogenes, Vibrio spp., and Sal...
Background: Hygiene and food-safety training is a critical public health strategy for preventing contamination and promoting safe food-handling practices in community settings. This study evaluated the long-term effectiveness of In-person, Online, an...
Background: Despite its crucial role in overall health, oral health is frequently overlooked within healthcare systems, partly due to the misconception that oral diseases are neither life-threatening nor directly disabling. This perception has led to...
Background/Objectives: Although children’s playgrounds foster physical, cognitive and emotional health, sandpits can harbour antibiotic-resistant bacteria, representing a health concern for kids. Therefore, this point prevalence study investiga...
Background: Domestic refrigeration and egg handling are key factors in ensuring household food safety. Inadequate temperature control and poor hygiene in refrigerators can promote the survival and growth of foodborne pathogens. This study aimed to (i...
Background: Tracheostomy procedures are associated with increased risk of nosocomial infections due to microbial colonization and biofilm formation on tube surfaces. These biofilms contribute to persistent infections and hinder clinical recovery. Pla...
