6/6/2013More than 20 Groups Applaud STAAR Act Reintroduction (PDF)
An IDSA-led coalition welcomed the reintroduction of legislation to help address antimicrobial resistance.
5/7/2013IDSA Leads Support for Advanced Molecular Detection Initiative (PDF)
The initiative would strengthen CDC’s infection control and prevention activities by updating obsolete technology.
5/6/2013Society Urges Strong Funding for ID Research, Public Health (PDF)
IDSA called on Congress to robustly fund CDC, NIH, and the Biomedical Advanced Research and Development Authority.
4/23/2013More Guidance Needed in DURC Oversight Policy (PDF)
U.S. policy for institutional oversight of dual use research of concern (DURC) should include more specific guidance, IDSA urged.
4/5/2013More Data Needed on Antibiotic Use in Animals (PDF)
IDSA and other groups urged Congress to pass legislation to provide better information on antimicrobial use in food animals.
4/3/2013Oxytetracycline Use in Agriculture Raises Concerns (PDF)
IDSA called for an end to the authorized use of the antibiotic on fruit orchards, pending more research.
3/15/2013IDSA Calls for Strong Funding for Federal Health Agencies (PDF)
Investments in ID research and public health can reduce health care costs, save lives, and create jobs, the Society told House lawmakers.
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