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

October 28th 2024

Regulatory surveys in long-term care settings focus heavily on infection prevention, with F880 frequently cited. Facilities should ensure thorough infection control training for all staff and partners.

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

Isolation room with young child and 2 health care workers in full PPE  (Adobe Stock 399949081 by chokniti)
Barrier Against Infection: Importance and Challenges of Isolation Room Cleaning in Hospitals

October 4th 2024

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