The American Journal of Managed Care

C. diff Infection Increases Hospital Costs by 40%

In addition to being responsible for longer hospital stays and readmissions, Clostridium difficile is increases hospital costs by 40%, according to a new study conducted by Premier, Inc. Clostridium ...
Healthline

Everything You Need to Know About C. diff

C. diff is a type of bacteria that can cause diarrhea, abdominal pain, and tenderness. It is commonly treated with antibiotics such as fidaxomicin (Dificid) and vancomycin (Firvanq). C. diff, short ...
U.S. News & World Report

Opioid Use Linked to Higher Risk of C. Diff Infection, Study Finds

Opioid Use Linked to Higher Risk of C. Diff Infection, Study Finds WEDNESDAY, Dec. 10, 2025 (HealthDay News) — Taking opioids may make some patients more likely to develop a dangerous infection, new ...
Consumer Reports

Consumer Reports Names Hospitals With High C. Diff Infection Rates

When you shop through retailer links on our site, we may earn affiliate commissions. 100% of the fees we collect are used to support our nonprofit mission. Learn more. In theory, clostridium difficile ...