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View article: Removal and inactivation of human coronavirus surrogates from hard and soft surfaces using disinfectant wipes
Removal and inactivation of human coronavirus surrogates from hard and soft surfaces using disinfectant wipes Open
Disinfectant wipes are widely used to reduce microbial contamination on surfaces, yet there is limited information on how viruses are physically removed or chemically inactivated during wiping. This study aimed to address this gap by compa…
View article: Efficacy of three chemical disinfectants and steam against <i>Clostridioides difficile</i> endospores on nylon carpet with two different backing systems
Efficacy of three chemical disinfectants and steam against <i>Clostridioides difficile</i> endospores on nylon carpet with two different backing systems Open
Carpet could serve as a potential vehicle for transmitting Clostridioides difficile endospores, a leading cause of healthcare-associated infections. To develop carpet disinfection practices, a validated recovery method and standard efficac…
View article: A Systematic Literature Review of Produce Safety Training Research: Do We Know What Works?
A Systematic Literature Review of Produce Safety Training Research: Do We Know What Works? Open
Nearly half (46%) of all foodborne disease outbreaks are attributed to eating contaminated produce. Produce safety training is one approach used to decrease the risk of produce-related foodborne disease. However, it is not conclusively kno…
View article: Persistence of two coronaviruses and efficacy of steam vapor disinfection on two types of carpet
Persistence of two coronaviruses and efficacy of steam vapor disinfection on two types of carpet Open
Background Coronaviruses, a group of highly transmissible and potentially pathogenic viruses, can be transmitted indirectly to humans via fomites. To date, no study has investigated their persistence on carpet fibers. Establishing persiste…
View article: A Longitudinal Study: Microbiological Quality of Raw Beef from Halal and Non-Halal Meat Markets in the United States
A Longitudinal Study: Microbiological Quality of Raw Beef from Halal and Non-Halal Meat Markets in the United States Open
Halal means permissible according to Islamic law. Halal meat is obtained by hand slaughtering an animal that is not stunned and that is blessed by a Muslim individual immediately before slaughter. The purpose of this study was to determine…
View article: Efficacy of Three Antimicrobials Against two SARS-COV-2 Surrogates, Bovine Coronavirus and Human Coronavirus OC43, on Hard or Soft Nonporous Materials
Efficacy of Three Antimicrobials Against two SARS-COV-2 Surrogates, Bovine Coronavirus and Human Coronavirus OC43, on Hard or Soft Nonporous Materials Open
The efficacy of three antimicrobials was evaluated against two severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) surrogates - bovine coronavirus (BCoV) and human coronavirus (HCoV) OC43 - on hard and soft nonporous materials. Th…
View article: Efficacy of three EPA-registered antimicrobials and steam against two human norovirus surrogates on nylon carpets with two backing types
Efficacy of three EPA-registered antimicrobials and steam against two human norovirus surrogates on nylon carpets with two backing types Open
Carpet cleaning guidelines currently do not include the use of an antimicrobial, except after a bodily fluid event. To address this gap, we compared the efficacy of three antimicrobials—two hydrogen peroxide-based (H 2 O 2 ) products (A an…
View article: Perceived challenges in implementing halal standards by halal certifying bodies in the United States
Perceived challenges in implementing halal standards by halal certifying bodies in the United States Open
Islamic dietary laws inform halal standards, defining which foods are halal (lawful and permissible). Many halal foods are produced in non-Muslim majority countries increasing the likelihood they might be haram (prohibited). Halal certific…
View article: Factors driving norovirus transmission in long-term care facilities: A case-level analysis of 107 outbreaks
Factors driving norovirus transmission in long-term care facilities: A case-level analysis of 107 outbreaks Open
Norovirus is the most common cause of gastroenteritis outbreaks in long-term care facilities (LTCFs) in the United States, causing a high burden of disease in both residents and staff. Understanding how case symptoms and characteristics co…
View article: Molecular Detection of Salmonella spp. and E. coli non-O157:H7 in Two Halal Beef Slaughterhouses in the United States
Molecular Detection of Salmonella spp. and E. coli non-O157:H7 in Two Halal Beef Slaughterhouses in the United States Open
The aim of this study was to estimate the prevalence of pathogenic bacteria on halal beef carcasses and environmental surfaces in two halal beef slaughterhouses in the United States. To evaluate halal beef slaughter operations, 144 beef ca…
View article: Evaluating the Alignment and Quality of Microgreens Training Materials Available on the Internet: A Content Analysis
Evaluating the Alignment and Quality of Microgreens Training Materials Available on the Internet: A Content Analysis Open
Interest in microgreens, young, edible seedlings of a variety of vegetables, spices, and herbs, is growing worldwide. A recent national survey of the U.S. microgreen industry reported 48% of 176 growers learned to grow microgreens by viewi…
View article: Efficacy of EPA-registered disinfectants against two human norovirus surrogates and Clostridioides difficile endospores
Efficacy of EPA-registered disinfectants against two human norovirus surrogates and Clostridioides difficile endospores Open
Aims To determine the efficacy of a panel of nine EPA-registered disinfectants against two human norovirus (HuNoV) surrogates (feline calicivirus [FCV] and Tulane virus [TuV]) and Clostridioides difficile endospores. Methods and Results Ni…
View article: Hygienic monitoring in long-term care facilities using ATP, crAssphage, and human noroviruses to direct environmental surface cleaning
Hygienic monitoring in long-term care facilities using ATP, crAssphage, and human noroviruses to direct environmental surface cleaning Open
View article: A study to introduce National Early Warning Scores (NEWS) in care homes: Influence on decision‐making and referral processes
A study to introduce National Early Warning Scores (NEWS) in care homes: Influence on decision‐making and referral processes Open
Aim Early warning scores are commonly used in hospital settings, but little is known about their use in care homes. This study aimed to evaluate the impacts of National Early Warning Scores alongside other measures in this setting. Design …
View article: The Gap between Perception and Reality: Obstacles to Public School Use of Produce from Small Local Farms in the Southeastern United States
The Gap between Perception and Reality: Obstacles to Public School Use of Produce from Small Local Farms in the Southeastern United States Open
Objective: Connecting farms to school foodservice operations is complex. Our purposes in this study were to: (1) identify and assess self-reported benefits and challenges to procurement and use of produce purchased directly from small farm…
View article: The Relationship between Environmental Characteristics and Risk Management Practices on Produce Farms: A Systematic Literature Review
The Relationship between Environmental Characteristics and Risk Management Practices on Produce Farms: A Systematic Literature Review Open
Produce-associated foodborne disease outbreaks have increased worldwide highlighting the importance of proper implementation of risk management practices (RMP). We determined the relationship between environmental characteristics (i.e., ph…
View article: Establishing content validity for a conceptualized instrument to measure barriers to eating a healthful diet in adults: a consensus approach
Establishing content validity for a conceptualized instrument to measure barriers to eating a healthful diet in adults: a consensus approach Open
Background A poor quality diet is a well-known risk factor for many chronic diseases. However, eating a healthful diet is not always simple as many underlying factors can impede adherence. Individuals with fewer barriers are more likely to…
View article: MOESM2 of Establishing content validity for a conceptualized instrument to measure barriers to eating a healthful diet in adults: a consensus approach
MOESM2 of Establishing content validity for a conceptualized instrument to measure barriers to eating a healthful diet in adults: a consensus approach Open
Additional file 2: Task spreadsheet with list of identified items assigned to TDF domains. Excel spreadsheet containing the task performed by expert reviewers.
View article: A content analysis of hand hygiene materials targeting elementary-age children
A content analysis of hand hygiene materials targeting elementary-age children Open
Millions of dollars have been spent on the design and dissemination of educational materials to improve handwashing to prevent infectious diseases. School-age children have been the focus of many of these efforts; yet little is known about…
View article: Readiness of Congregate Nutrition Sites to Deliver Nutrition Education to Older Adults
Readiness of Congregate Nutrition Sites to Deliver Nutrition Education to Older Adults Open
Title III of the Older Americans Act requires congregate nutrition sites (CNSs) to provide nutrition education. In 2015, we assessed 19 CNSs in Appalachian South Carolina for nutrition education readiness. Nutrition education readiness and…
View article: Efficacy of Silver Dihydrogen Citrate and Steam Vapor against a Human Norovirus Surrogate, Feline Calicivirus, in Suspension, on Glass, and on Carpet
Efficacy of Silver Dihydrogen Citrate and Steam Vapor against a Human Norovirus Surrogate, Feline Calicivirus, in Suspension, on Glass, and on Carpet Open
Carpets and other soft surfaces have been associated with prolonged and reoccurring human norovirus (HuNoV) outbreaks. Environmental hygiene programs are important to prevent and control HuNoV outbreaks. Despite our knowledge of HuNoV tran…
View article: Prevalence of Human Noroviruses in Commercial Food Establishment Bathrooms
Prevalence of Human Noroviruses in Commercial Food Establishment Bathrooms Open
View article: Recovery Optimization and Survival of the Human Norovirus Surrogates Feline Calicivirus and Murine Norovirus on Carpet
Recovery Optimization and Survival of the Human Norovirus Surrogates Feline Calicivirus and Murine Norovirus on Carpet Open
Carpets have been implicated in prolonged and reoccurring outbreaks of human noroviruses (HuNoV), the leading cause of acute gastroenteritis worldwide. Viral recovery from environmental surfaces, such as carpet, remains undeveloped. Our ai…
View article: Cooking Healthy, Eating Smart: A Strategically Timed Formative Evaluation of a Community-Based Nutrition and Food Safety Program for Rural Older Adults
Cooking Healthy, Eating Smart: A Strategically Timed Formative Evaluation of a Community-Based Nutrition and Food Safety Program for Rural Older Adults Open
The use of focus groups to formatively evaluate community-based curricula after development and before pilot testing is not highlighted in the literature. In the study discussed in this article, research with four focus groups, composed of…
View article: A Review of State Licensing Regulations to Determine Alignment with Best Practices to Prevent Human Norovirus Infections in Child-Care Centers
A Review of State Licensing Regulations to Determine Alignment with Best Practices to Prevent Human Norovirus Infections in Child-Care Centers Open
Objectives. Close, frequent contact between children and care providers in child-care centers presents many opportunities to spread human noroviruses. We compared state licensing regulations for child-care centers with national guidelines …
View article: Refrigerated Shelf Life of a Coconut Water-Oatmeal Mix and the Viability of Lactobacillus Plantarum Lp 115-400B
Refrigerated Shelf Life of a Coconut Water-Oatmeal Mix and the Viability of Lactobacillus Plantarum Lp 115-400B Open
Non-dairy probiotic products have the advantage of being lactose-free and can be manufactured to sustain the growth of probiotics. In this study, coconut water and oatmeal were used with the probiotic, Lactobacillus plantarum Lp 115-400B (…
View article: Consumer Education Needed on Norovirus Prevention and Control: Findings from a Nationally Representative Survey of U.S. Adults
Consumer Education Needed on Norovirus Prevention and Control: Findings from a Nationally Representative Survey of U.S. Adults Open