Slide Show: Zika Virus
Of the 250 pregnant women who had confirmed Zika infection in 2016, 24 â or about 1 in 10 of them â had a fetus or baby with Zika-related birth defects, according to a new Vital Signs report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). This report is the first to provide the analysis of a subgroup of pregnant women in the U.S. with clear, confirmed test results of Zika virus infection.
Measles Outbreak Sparks APIC’s Urgent Call for Stronger Vaccine Policies
March 4th 2025The recent measles-related death in Texas has reignited fears about the consequences of declining vaccination rates and misinformation. Once declared eliminated in the US, measles is resurging with over 150 cases and climbing. APIC warns: this crisis is preventable—but only if we act now.
IP Lifeline: Navigating Moments of Uncertainty
March 1st 2025In this installment of IP Lifeline, Heather Stoltzfus, MPH, RN, CIC, in uncertain times, encourages us to focus on what we can control, adapt to challenges, trust our values, and keep moving forward. Together, we can navigate any storm.
