Weekly Rounds: Challenging MRSA Precautions, Bug of the Month, and More
Take 5 minutes to catch up on Infection Control Today®’s highlights for the week ending December 10, 2023.
Weekly Rounds with Infection Control Today
Here are 5 highlights from Infection Control Today®'s (ICT®’s) wide-ranging coverage of the infection prevention and control world. Everything from interviews with known opinion leaders to the news that infection preventionists and other health care professionals can use on their jobs.
Challenging the Universality of Contact Precautions in MRSA Prevention: A Critical Appraisal of Recent Infection Control Guidelines
A critical analysis questions the universal application of contact precautions (CP) for MRSA prevention, considering potential harms, environmental sustainability, and evidence-based alternatives.
The Cleaning and Disinfection of Handheld Equipment
Handheld equipment plays a vital role in providing care at health facilities. Proper training, equipment, and procedures are imperative to guarantee safe cleaning and disinfection following use.
Bug of the Month: I Like Swimming in Water and Popping Up in Food
Bug of the Month helps educate readers about existing and emerging pathogens of clinical importance in health care facilities today.
Assessing Measures for Reducing SARS-CoV-2 Transmission: Low- and High-Tech Tools and Practical Insights
Which of the various low and high-tech measures proposed to mitigate SARS-CoV-2 transmission, from hand hygiene to air cleaners, actually work? A new study gives practical tools for assessment and insights into their effectiveness.
Chief Infection Prevention Officer: Leading the Way Into the Future
The role and responsibility of executive-level oversight in infection prevention is growing. Expertise, determination, consistency, and sustainability bring value to reducing healthcare–associated infections, preventing harm, and supporting a safe workplace.
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.
Resilience and Innovation: The Pivotal Contributions of Black Americans to Health Care and Medicine
February 24th 2025During Black History Month, we honor the resilience and contributions of Black medical professionals in health care. Despite barriers, they have led transformative changes, advocating for equitable access and medical excellence. Recognizing their impact ensures a more inclusive health care future for all.
Prove Your Expertise: The Value of AL-CIP Certification in Infection Prevention
February 24th 2025The Advanced Leadership Certification in Infection Prevention (AL-CIP) validates leadership, expertise, and strategic decision-making in infection control. Learn why top professionals pursue this certification and how it enhances careers, and apply for yours today!
