HAIs

The Infection Control Today® health care-acquired infections (HAIs) page presents updates on the latest techniques and strategies in the never-ending battle between infection preventionists and HAIs. Focusing on the latest in medical literature, we also present perspectives from the top infection preventionists and other medical experts in the country about how to put the growing knowledge of HAIs into use in the everyday world of infection prevention. Articles and videos often focus on methods to contain and control pathogens and multidrug-resistant organisms from spreading within the health care system.

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A Day in the Life of a Pathogen: From Your Hands to Stethoscopes and Beyond

February 26th 2025

A silent invader lurks in health care settings, exploiting human oversights to spread. Discover how vigilance, hand hygiene, and disinfection can stop infections before they begin.

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Resilience and Innovation: The Pivotal Contributions of Black Americans to Health Care and Medicine

February 24th 2025

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Herpes and Dentistry: A Silent But Serious Concern

February 21st 2025

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Glove Usage Guideline: From The Joint Commission, CDC, and World Health Organization

February 17th 2025

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A Roadmap to Address Risk Factors of Non-Ventilator Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia in Hospitals

February 14th 2025