Whether it is a birthday, an anniversary, or no reason at all, infection prevention personnel love to give and receive gifts that help at the end of a stressful day. Infection Control Today® offers gift ideas for prevention personnel and their families.
Infection Control Today's Product Locator: Gift edition
Everyone, including infection prevention personnel, enjoys exchanging gifts for comfort and relaxation after a long day, on Valentine's Day, on birthdays, or to show appreciation. Infection Control Today® (ICT®) has gathered gift ideas for infection prevention professionals and their families.
Explore thoughtful and practical presents that recognize their dedication to public health and provide a moment of respite amid the demanding nature of their work. From wellness items to indulgent treats, these gift ideas cater to the wellbeing and happiness of infection prevention personnel and their loved ones.
Rare Disease Month: Nipah Virus—It Is From Bats!
February 28th 2025For Rare Disease Month, Rebecca Leach, MPH, BSN, RN, CIC, writes on Nipah virus, a rare but deadly zoonotic disease that poses a significant public health threat. With high mutation potential and no cure, prevention and awareness are critical.
Beyond Civil Rights: Black Trailblazers in Medicine and Infection Prevention
February 28th 2025Black History Month should celebrate pioneers like Drs William Hinton, Daniel Hale Williams, and Charles Drew, whose medical breakthroughs revolutionized infection prevention, surgery, and blood preservation.
The Latest on CLABSIs and CAUTIs: Evidence-Based Approaches for Infection Prevention
February 27th 2025Health care–associated infections like CLABSIs and CAUTIs threaten patient safety. Learn evidence-based strategies, new technologies, and prevention protocols to reduce these infections and improve outcomes.
Ensuring Safe Practices: Managing Surgical Instruments in the Context of Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease
February 27th 2025Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease (CJD) presents significant challenges for infection control. Learn best practices for safe instrument disposal, reprocessing, and compliance with CDC and WHO guidelines.