CDC Blog Explores Fungal Meningitis Outbreak
Imagine a patient goes to the doctor for a routine steroid injection. Several weeks later, the patient feels sick headache, fever and suddenly uncomfortable in bright light. Within days, the patient is admitted to the local hospitals intensive care unit. Doctors discover that the patient has a life-threatening disease theyve never treated before.
Unfortunately, clinicians never know when the next outbreak will hit. CDCs disease detectives routinely investigate outbreaks in healthcare settings. This includes the ongoing fungal meningitis outbreak that has been devastating patients and their families. Learn more about CDCs role in the outbreak and link to the latest information at: http://blogs.cdc.gov/safehealthcare/?p=2536.
From the Derby to the Decontam Room: Leadership Lessons for Sterile Processing
April 27th 2025Elizabeth (Betty) Casey, MSN, RN, CNOR, CRCST, CHL, is the SVP of Operations and Chief Nursing Officer at Surgical Solutions in Overland, Kansas. This SPD leader reframes preparation, unpredictability, and teamwork by comparing surgical services to the Kentucky Derby to reenergize sterile processing professionals and inspire systemic change.
Show, Tell, Teach: Elevating EVS Training Through Cognitive Science and Performance Coaching
April 25th 2025Training EVS workers for hygiene excellence demands more than manuals—it requires active engagement, motor skills coaching, and teach-back techniques to reduce HAIs and improve patient outcomes.
The Rise of Disposable Products in Health Care Cleaning and Linens
April 25th 2025Health care-associated infections are driving a shift toward disposable microfiber cloths, mop pads, and curtains—offering infection prevention, regulatory compliance, and operational efficiency in one-time-use solutions.
Phage Therapy’s Future: Tackling Antimicrobial Resistance With Precision Viruses
April 24th 2025Bacteriophage therapy presents a promising alternative to antibiotics, especially as antimicrobial resistance continues to increase. Dr. Ran Nir-Paz discusses its potential, challenges, and future applications in this technology.
