Environmental Services

The Infection Control Today® environmental services (EVS) page recognizes the team responsible for sanitation and cleaning within the health care system. EVS personnel are an integral component of infection prevention in the hospital, working closely together with the health care staff to ensure patient safety and hygiene standards. ICT® keeps a close eye on developments in the environmental services industry and reports on any peer-reviewed literature. This page also features video interviews with EVS and the professionals who interact with them.

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Clean Hospitals Corner with Alexandra Peters, PhD
Clean Hospitals Corner With Alexandra Peters, PhD: The Issues Around Outsourcing

November 7th 2024

Outsourcing environmental hygiene in health care facilities offers cost benefits but often compromises quality. Effective oversight, training, and standards are essential for ensuring patient safety.

Long-Term Chronicles With Robbie Hilliard, MSN, RN, CIC
Understanding F880 and Infection Control in Long-Term Care Facilities

October 28th 2024

Clean Hospital Day interview by Infection Control Today.
Vileda Professional Partners With Clean Hospitals to Promote Sustainable Cleaning Solutions in Health Care

October 16th 2024

Overprescribing antibiotics leads to resistant bacteria.  (Adobe Stock 781753646 by Shadidah)
Strengthening Defenses: Integrating Infection Control With Antimicrobial Stewardship

October 11th 2024

Researcher working with a microscope and bleach.  (Adobe Stock with AI by Author)
Disinfectant Efficacy: Unpacking Concerns Over Joshi Study on C difficile and Bleach Resistance

October 10th 2024

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