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Infection Control and Prevention in the Outpatient Physical Office SettingUnlike hospitals, ambulatory settings have traditionally lacked adequate infrastructure and resources to support infection prevention and monitoring.
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Containing Outbreak of Carbapenem-resistant Acinetobacter baumannii in a COVID-19 WardUsing COVID-19 precautions, and enhanced contact precautions and environmental hygiene, a COVID-19 isolation ward was able to contain an outbreak of CRAB.
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The Impact of HIV After the VirusAt IDWeek 2023, a presenter uses HIV as a model to understand the post-acute sequelae of viral infections.
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How Emerging Technologies Increase Hand Hygiene Adherence and Reduce InfectionsHealth care-associated infections (HAIs) affect over 680,000 patients annually in the U.S. Unlike manual methods, automated hand hygiene monitoring can significantly improve compliance and reduce HAIs.
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Eco-Friendly Cleaning: Boosting Employee Wellness and Workplace ProductivityEco-friendly cleaning in workplaces reduces health risks from harsh chemicals, improving employee wellness, reducing sick days, and enhancing productivity through better indoor air quality.
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Leveraging BIM to Enhance Infection Control in Health Care Facility DevelopmentBuilding Information Modeling (BIM) plays a pivotal role in designing health care facilities that minimize infection risks, promoting efficient planning, and coordination while reducing construction challenges.
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The Impact of HIV After the VirusAt IDWeek 2023, a presenter uses HIV as a model to understand the post-acute sequelae of viral infections.
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A Spectroscopic Solution for Strain Typing and DiscriminationInfrared (IR) spectroscopy demonstrates promise for rapid strain typing of yeast and bacteria, which could help improve proactive infection control strategies in health care settings.
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CDC's Recommendation for Hepatitis C Testing in Infants Exposed During Perinatal PeriodThe CDC recommends HCV testing for perinatally exposed infants and children to address the increasing incidence of hepatitis C among reproductive-age individuals, focusing on early detection and appropriate care.
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Surging or Shackled? Flu Season Could Go Either WayThe season of respiratory tract infections is upon us. Influenza, rhinovirus, respiratory syncytial virus, and pertussis—as well as COVID-19—once again are attacking many individuals across the US and worldwide.
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Why Clinical Expertise Is the Cornerstone to Your Most Profitable Business LinePerioperative nurses bring vital skills in patient safety, infection control, and quality improvement. They enhance surgical outcomes and support health care systems during complex, high-risk procedures.
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Infections in Hospitals Are Rising—The Nose Is a Primary SourceRates of health care-associated infections rose during the COVID-19 pandemic. Investigators have found that often the infections came from the patients themselves. But how?
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Interdepartmental Communication: A Crucial Factor in Infection PreventionClear interdepartmental communication is essential for infection prevention in health care settings, minimizing risk, improving safety, and ensuring effective control during patient transfers across departments.
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Selling Programs to Your C-Suite: 5 Key Steps to SuccessWhen an infection preventionist, environmental hygienist, or any other health care worker sees the need and value of a technology, product, or program, but purchasing it isn’t in the department or facility’s funds, how do you convince the C-suite to buy it anyway?
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The Critical Role of Pharmacies in Expanding Vaccine Access and EducationPharmacies, with their widespread locations and extended hours, have become vital access points for vaccinations, particularly in underserved communities. They provide convenience, education, and trusted health care services to millions across the US.
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Onboarding Infection Preventionists? Some Questions to AskSuccessful onboarding of candidates requires an orientation that includes all aspects of the position. What are the responsibilities of an IP? Their main function is to identify and mitigate infection risks.
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Norovirus: An Old Virus Seeking New Public Health ActionsNorovirus, discovered in 1972, causes millions of gastroenteritis cases yearly. Learn prevention methods, symptoms, and updates on vaccine development.
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IDEA in Action: A Strategic Approach to Contamination ControlAdopting IDEA—identify, define, explain, apply—streamlines contamination control. Infection control professionals can mitigate risks through prevention, intervention, and training, ensuring safer health care environments and reducing frequent contamination challenges.
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Oral Care to Prevent VAP and NV-HAP: Where Art Thou?Non-ventilator hospital-acquired pneumonia (NV-HAP) is a prevalent, preventable infection. Improved oral care protocols and provider education are essential to reducing NV-HAP rates and improving patient outcomes.
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Infection Control: Making Informed Choices for Patient ProtectionGail Dewald, BS, RN, CNN and Tanya Scott MSN, RN, CNN, VA-BC™ delve into the crucial role of nurse managers, doctors, and administrators in making informed choices about infection control products in healthcare settings. They emphasize the need for collaboration and highlight the importance of data and statistics in supporting these decisions.
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5 Overlooked High-Touch Hospital SurfacesWith inadequate disinfection practices, healthcare workers are much more likely to acquire pathogens on their hands after touching these surfaces, potentially passing them on to patients.
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The Unbridled Potential of Electronic Hand Hygiene Monitoring SystemsIn the fight against health care-associated infections, EHHCM systems are a key weapon.
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The Basics: Best Practices for the Effective Use of Disinfectants and Sterilization TechniquesLearn the basics of the critical role of proper disinfection and sterilization in health care settings, addressing key considerations, best practices, challenges, and future trends.
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Make Personal Protective Equipment Fit Sterile ProcessingThe successful combination of products and the adoption and application of science-based practices will help the sterile processing profession rise above challenges to protecting frontline technicians.
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Adenosine Triphosphate (ATP) Bioluminescence Testing and PerformanceIn 2003, the CDC recommended hospitals to clean and disinfect frequently touched surfaces. Later, they advised hospitals to closely supervise cleaning procedures near patients. This article explains what IPC personnel need to know about ATP testing.
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What Is hMPV, and Could It Be the Next Pandemic?A surge in human metapneumovirus (hMPV) cases highlights the need for improved detection, prevention, and public awareness, particularly for vulnerable populations such as children, elderly, and immunocompromised individuals.
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I’m Not Just an Infection PreventionistInfection preventionists (IP) can come from many different backgrounds. This is 1 opinion from 1 very successful IP who doesn't have an RN or a BSN and the bullying that sometimes occurs.
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Mosquito-Borne Pathogens and Climate Change: The Case of West Nile VirusThe article discusses the increased risk of mosquito-borne diseases, such as West Nile Virus (WNV), in the US due to climate change. It explores the transmission, clinical aspects, and prevention measures of WNV, emphasizing the importance of public awareness and action in mitigating the impact of these diseases.
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Forgotten Patients: The Immunocompromised Are Being Left BehindImmunocompromised individuals are at higher risk of contracting COVID-19. But do the current treatments protect them? If not, then what needs to be done?
