Take 5 minutes to catch up on Infection Control Today®’s highlights for the week ending March 10, 2024.
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.
Product Locator: Therawork Protect and the AMSCO Prep & Pack Table
Infection Control Today's® Product Locator is a column that highlights the latest advanced technology in infection prevention.
Health at Risk: The Impact of Antimicrobial Resistance From a Global to Local Health Perspective
Discover the critical role infection preventionists play in combating multidrug-resistant organisms, from the impact on patient care to the challenges of treatment and the evolving landscape of antimicrobial resistance with Katharine J. Hoffman, MPH, CIC.
Unraveling Prions: A Critical Guide for Health Care Workers to Combat Rare Diseases
Explore the enigmatic world of prions with insights from Ryan A. Maddox, PhD, from the CDC, as ICT® delves into handling, risks, and precautions for these rare, formidable proteins.
Update: Measles Cases Are Being Reported: Are We Losing Our Herd Immunity?
Ten cases of measles have been reported in Florida alone. With measles transmission rates soaring, questions abound about how this latest case emerged, and why these numbers keep rising.
Voices of Resilience: Q&A With the Editor of Corona City: Voices From an Epicenter
Step into the diverse and poignant world of Corona City: Voices From an Epicenter with editor Lorraine Ash, MA. In this insightful Q&A, learn about the origins of this remarkable anthology, the challenges faced in capturing raw, unfiltered narratives of the COVID-19 pandemic, and the lasting impact of these stories on readers and communities alike.
Gag Order Puts Public Health at Risk, APIC Urges Immediate Action
February 4th 2025APIC warns that the HHS gag order on CDC communications endangers public health, delaying critical infection updates and weakening outbreak response amid rising tuberculosis, avian flu, Ebola, and measles threats.
Breaking Barriers: The Future of HIV Prevention and the Fight for Widespread PrEP Access
January 31st 2025Despite medical advances, HIV prevention faces roadblocks—low PrEP adoption, stigma, and accessibility issues threaten progress. Experts push for innovative, long-acting solutions to end the epidemic.
The Hidden Dangers of Hospital Ventilation: Are We Spreading Viruses Further?
January 31st 2025New research reveals hospital ventilation and air purifiers may unintentionally spread viral particles, increasing infection risks. Infection preventionists must rethink airflow strategies to protect patients and staff.