ICT's Product Locator: May/June 2024

News
Article

Infection Control Today's Product Locator is a monthly column highlighting some of the latest advanced technology in infection prevention.

ICT's Product Locator: May/June 2024

ICT's Product Locator: May/June 2024

To help improve the vital work of infection preventionists, nurses, and physicians in the infection control field, Infection Control Today® (ICT®) for interesting, supportive, and innovative products. These are this month's picks.

Related Videos
Association for Professionals in Infection Control and Epidemiology (Image credit: APIC)
Baby visiting a pediatric facility (Adobe Stock 448959249 by Rawpixel.com)
Patient Safety: Infection Control Today's Trending Topic for March
Infection Control Today® (ICT®) talks with John Kimsey, vice president of processing optimization and customer success for Steris.
Picture at AORN’s International Surgical Conference & Expo 2024
Rare Disease Month: An Infection Control Today® and Contagion® collaboration.
Rare Disease Month: An Infection Control Today® and Contagion® collaboration.
Infection Control Today Topic of the Month: Mental Health
Lucy S. Witt, MD, investigates hospital bed's role in C difficile transmission, emphasizing room interactions and infection prevention
Related Content
Too much noise! (Adobe Stock 555592602 by Bangun)

Streamlining Hospital Communication: Reducing Noise and Improving Patient Care

Tori Whitacre Martonicz
June 27th 2024
Article

TigerConnect's secure text-based platform, led by Will O'Connor, MD, reduces noise, minimizes wait times, and improves patient care through efficient clinical workflow coordination and nurse burnout alleviation.

Infection Control Today's Product Locator

Adaptive Clothing Innovations for Medical Treatments: A Journey to Enhance Patient Care

Infection Control Today® Editorial Staff
June 18th 2024
Article

Chaitenya Razdan, CEO and founder of Care+Wear, discusses the development of adaptive clothing for patients with PICC lines and NICU infants, focusing on comfort, dignity, and infection prevention.

Mother holding her newborn after labor in a hospital. (Adobe Stock 138706505 by nataliaderiabina)

Managing Infection During Delivery: Protecting Maternal and Neonatal Well-Being

Isis Lamphier, MPH, CIC;Krupa Patel, BS
June 14th 2024
Article

During delivery, babies can acquire infections if they come into contact with pathogens present in the birth canal or from the mother’s genital tract.

Coronavirus or SARS-CoV-2 virus cell with messenger RNA (mRNA) and syringe on blue background. (Adobe Stock 404350586 by Matthieu)

Our Understanding of Immune Issues Is Evolving: Here Are 5 Reasons Why

Bruce Spiess, MD
June 14th 2024
Article

Recent medical advances include RNA vaccine technology, enhanced understanding of immune dysregulation, improved inter-specialty communication, deeper insights into inflammation, and recognition of biological complexity.

Mother holding her newborn after labor in a hospital. (Adobe Stock 138706505 by nataliaderiabina)

Strategies to Prevent Infection During Childbirth: Vaginal vs Cesarean Delivery

Isis Lamphier, MPH, CIC
June 13th 2024
Article

Infection prevention during childbirth, via vaginal or cesarean delivery, is crucial for maternal and neonatal health. Strategies include strict hygiene, sterile techniques, and antibiotic prophylaxis to reduce postpartum infection risks.

Female environmental hygienist cleaning a table in an office (Adobe Stock 659254451 by Pixel-Shot)

Eco-Friendly Cleaning: Boosting Employee Wellness and Workplace Productivity

Nina Vickery
May 23rd 2024
Article

Eco-friendly cleaning in workplaces reduces health risks from harsh chemicals, improving employee wellness, reducing sick days, and enhancing productivity through better indoor air quality.