2015 Year in Review: Environmental Hygiene
Here's a review of ICT's top news, features and slide shows relating to environmental hygiene in 2015.
Here's a review of ICT's top news, features and slide shows relating to environmental hygiene in 2015.
News
ICU Clinical Workstations May be an Overlooked Reservoir for Bacteria
http://www.infectioncontroltoday.com/news/2015/12/icu-clinical-workstations-may-be-an-overlooked-reservoir-for-bacteria.aspx
Cleaning Hospital Rooms with Chemicals, UV Rays Cuts Superbug Transmissions
http://www.infectioncontroltoday.com/news/2015/10/cleaning-hospital-rooms-with-chemicals-uv-rays-cuts-superbug-transmissions.aspx
AHE and Kimberly-Clark Professional Announce 2015 Heart of Healthcare Award Recipient
http://www.infectioncontroltoday.com/news/2015/09/ahe-and-kimberlyclark-professional-announce-2015-heart-of-healthcare-award-recipient.aspx
Study Finds Important Gaps in Evidence for Best Methods for Cleaning Hospital Rooms to Prevent HAIs
http://www.infectioncontroltoday.com/news/2015/08/study-finds-important-gaps-in-evidence-for-best-methods-for-cleaning-hospital-rooms-to-prevent-hais.aspx
Best Practices to Prevent Infections During Laundering of Healthcare Textiles
http://www.infectioncontroltoday.com/news/2015/06/best-practices-to-prevent-infections-during-laundering-of-healthcare-textiles.aspx
Features
Handling Medical Waste in an Era of Emerging Pathogens: Advice from Expert Facilities
http://www.infectioncontroltoday.com/articles/2015/10/handling-medical-waste-in-an-era-of-emerging-pathogens-advice-from-expert-facilities.aspx
Room Turnover Times: 'Trash-and-Dash' Approach Jeopardizes Patient Outcomes
http://www.infectioncontroltoday.com/articles/2015/09/room-turnover-times-trashanddash-approach-jeopardizes-patient-outcomes.aspx
AHE Certification Program Trains the Individual, Elevates the Environmental Services Profession
http://www.infectioncontroltoday.com/articles/2015/09/ahe-certification-program-trains-the-individual-elevates-the-environmental-services-profession.aspx
Hand Hygiene: EVS Personnel Play Key Role in Preventing Spread of Infection
http://www.infectioncontroltoday.com/articles/2015/09/hand-hygiene-evs-personnel-play-key-role-in-preventing-spread-of-infection.aspx
IC and Occupational Health Partnering to Find Solutions Related to Cleaning and Disinfecting
http://www.infectioncontroltoday.com/articles/2015/07/ic-and-occupational-health-partnering-to-find-solutions-related-to-cleaning-and-disinfecting.aspx
Exploring a New Paradigm for Cleaning Efficacy
http://www.infectioncontroltoday.com/articles/2015/02/exploring-a-new-paradigm-for-cleaning-efficacy.aspx
Slide Shows
ICPIC 2015: Environmental Hygiene Abstracts
http://www.infectioncontroltoday.com/galleries/2015/07/icpic-2015-environmental-hygiene-abstracts.aspx
The Hidden Dangers of Hospital Ventilation: Are We Spreading Viruses Further?
January 31st 2025New research reveals hospital ventilation and air purifiers may unintentionally spread viral particles, increasing infection risks. Infection preventionists must rethink airflow strategies to protect patients and staff.
Clean Hospitals With Alexandra Peters, PhD: The Double-Edged Sword of High-Tech
January 30th 2025Despite revolutionary advancements like alcohol-based hand rubs, infection prevention still faces major hurdles. Poor adherence to hygiene, overreliance on technology, and understaffed environmental services create perfect storm conditions for deadly outbreaks.
Evaluating Automated Dispensing Systems for Disinfectants in Hospitals
January 23rd 2025Hospitals rely on automated disinfectant dispensers, but a study led by Curtis Donskey, MD, found inconsistent dilution levels, with some dispensers releasing only water. Improved monitoring and design modifications are essential.
The Case for an Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) Index in Health Care
January 21st 2025Evolving air quality monitoring technologies, like an IAQ Exposure Index, provide real-time data to detect airborne contaminants, enhance infection control, and protect vulnerable healthcare populations from respiratory exposures.
Infection Intel:EvaClean Expands Global Reach With Microsplitting Partnership
January 20th 2025EvaClean partners with Microsplitting Ltd. to distribute its advanced disinfection systems and absorbents, revolutionizing infection prevention across health care, education, hospitality, and industrial sectors worldwide.
