Prevention

The Infection Control Today^® prevention page contains news and information on the latest updates on all facets of infection prevention. From vaccinations and immunizations to controlling air and water flow in a health care system, preventing infections falls not only on the infection prevention staff, but on all who interact within the hospital, from environmental services teams to those planning and building new construction.

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APIC Condemns HHS Proposal to Silence Public Input on Health Policies

By Infection Control Today® Editorial Staff

March 5th 2025

HHS’s move to eliminate public input on health policies threatens patient safety and infection prevention. APIC demands transparency, accountability, and urgent action to protect public health.

The Association for Professionals in Infection Control and Epidemiology (APIC)

Measles Outbreak Sparks APIC’s Urgent Call for Stronger Vaccine Policies

By Infection Control Today® Editorial Staff

March 4th 2025

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Infection Prevention Matters in Heart Matters

By Jenny Hayes, MSN, RN, CIC, CAIP, CASSPT

March 4th 2025

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IP Lifeline: Triangulation—The Guide to Uncovering Truth

By Heather Stoltzfus, MPH, RN, CIC

March 4th 2025

Sterile Processing Perspectives with Marjorie Wall, EDBA, MLOS, CRCST, CIS, CHL, CSSBB

Beyond Immediate-Use Steam Sterilization: Ensuring Safe and Efficient Sterilization in the Operating Room

By Marjorie Wall, EDBA, CRCST, CIS, CHL, CSSBB

March 3rd 2025

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Bracing for ‘Logistical Nightmare’ of COVID Vaccine Distribution

Frank Diamond

December 9th 2020

Sharon Ward-Fore, MS, MT(ASCP), CIC: “If it were my institution, I would make sure that infection preventionists are educated on everything they need to know about the COVID vaccine, as well as the flu vaccine side effects.”

What If They Gave a COVID-19 Vaccine and Nobody Came?

Frank Diamond

December 8th 2020

Public acceptance of a COVID-19 vaccine is far from a lock. A nurse who participated in a trial for one of the vaccines up for FDA approval worries that side-effects will diminish uptake.

FDA Shares Phase 3 Pfizer COVID-19 Vaccine Data

Kevin Kunzmann

December 8th 2020

The FDA’s Related Biologic Products Advisory Committee meeting on Thursday will be the US’ first public forum on phase 3 data for a COVID-19 vaccine, a possible prelude to approval.

Viewpoint: What To Do About ACE Inhibitors During COVID-19 Pandemic

Kevin Kavanagh, MD;Lindsay Cormier, PhD, MPH

April 7th 2020

If you are on one of these medications one should perform strict social distancing and protect yourself from contracting COVID-19.

Infection Preventionists on the Case in Seattle Children’s Hospital Aspergillus Outbreak

Frank Diamond

December 2nd 2019

They are helping the investigation into surgical site infections.

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September 30th 2019

FDA Warns Inks Used in Certain Tattoo Kits Cause Infections

August 7th 2014

Dermatologist Warns Consumers About Complications Linked to Newer Tattoo Inks

March 1st 2013

Tattooing Linked to Higher Risk of Hepatitis C

August 6th 2010

Youth, prison inmates and individuals with multiple tattoos that cover large parts of their bodies are at higher risk of contracting hepatitis C and other bloodborne diseases, according to a University of British Columbia study.